America remains the Land of Opportunity

Older Americans carrying a flag at sunset.

So, this Independence Day, pause and give thanks to the fact that whether by birth or by choice, you find yourself living in unarguably the greatest country ever conceived in all of world history.

The downsides of early retirement

Picture of someone about to pop a balloon with a pin.

“Here’s the truth: If you’re unhappy before you retire early, it’s likely that you’ll still be unhappy after you retire. It’s better to figure out what’s at the very core of your issues and fix them first,” Sam explained.