After retiring at 57, the author and his wife embraced a different lifestyle, traveling across the U.S. to spend time with family, especially their granddaughter. However, following the 2024 presidential elections, he observed economic shifts affecting his investment portfolio, leading him to reconsider his retirement. With a baseline budget of $4,500 for retraining, he aims to navigate the challenges of entering the job market again, drawing from past experiences during economic downturns and the Great Recession of 2007-2009.
After living through previous economic turmoil, I'm preparing to return to the workforce because of new uncertainties in my investment portfolio.
Our decision to retire, or 'take a break from work,' has turned into a necessity due to economic concerns.
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