Katie Wants to Quit Her Job. Can They Afford It?

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In this Finance Friday episode of the BiggerPockets Money podcast, hosts Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench analyze whether Katie can step back from work while still making sure that her husband, Jesus, can retire early at 50. They break down the FIRE math, withdrawal strategies, healthcare considerations, market risk, pension benefits, and the emotional challenges of leaving a high-income career.

Whether you're planning for early retirement, wondering if your portfolio is large enough, or trying to decide when to leave a stressful job, this episode provides practical insights and actionable retirement planning strategies.

00:00 Can Katie Quit Her $200K Job?
01:18 Current net worth breakdown
09:51 Is a $2 Million Portfolio Enough?
10:47 Healthcare Costs
17:34 Building Confidence Before Retirement
22:14 Stress Testing Against Market Crashes
24:33 Part-Time Work vs Full Retirement
33:30 Family, Values & Life Goals
44:29 The Retirement Readiness Test

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