Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.\nEpisode 2853:\nMr. Money Mustache shares an insightful reader case study of a family realizing they are closer to early retirement than they thought. With strategic financial adjustments, the reader learns they can enjoy financial independence much earlier than their initial projection of age 65.\nRead along with the original article(s) here: http://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2011/05/16/mmm-reader-case-study-the-man-who-didnt-realize-he-was-already-rich/\nQuotes to ponder:\n"You can retire a lot earlier than most people if you have moderate living expenses. Even without a million dollars in investments."\n"I believe most people who retire well under 60 will find they WANT to do some paid work occasionally to keep their minds sharp and to have challenging interactions with other adults."\nEpisode references:\nChoose FI Local Groups: https://www.choosefi.com/local-groups/\nThe Simple Path to Wealth: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Path-Wealth-financial-independence/dp/1533667926\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices