The average retirement age in the U.S. is 62, but many people hope to clock out years earlier. Financial freedom, more travel and less stress sound ideal. But experts warn: if you’re not prepared, ...

For many people, their 50s mark an important decade. Kids might be leaving the nest, careers are often at their peak and retirement is just starting to feel closer. But if you’re looking at early ...

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