What would it take to make work optional by 50? And how do you actually turn decades of investing into an income you can live on? Bryce & Ren are joined by James Wrigley, principal & financial adviser at First Financial and author of Retire Life Ready, to unpack the numbers, strategies and mindset behind early retirement.
From the 20x rule, to minimising tax, managing your mortgage and protecting your portfolio from a market crash, James shares a practical roadmap to financial freedom.
In this episode:
00:00 So You Want to Retire Early? Making Work Optional
03:36 The Reality of Early Retirement: Freedom, Purpose & Lifestyle
11:16 How Much Money Do You Actually Need? The 20x Rule
17:14 The Three Phases of Retirement & How Spending Changes
18:49 Building Your Portfolio: Super, ETFs & Tax-Efficient Investing
25:26 Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Before Retiring?
28:36 Living Off Your Investments: The Three-Bucket Strategy
33:05 Where to Start & the Biggest Retirement Mistakes to Avoid
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