Most Kiwis assume they’ll retire at 65 – but what if you could stop working years earlier?
In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down the 8 signs that reveal whether you’re ready to retire sooner than you think (including the one obvious sign everyone forgets).
You’ll learn:
- The 8 early-retirement signals
- Why some Kiwis can’t keep working until 65 ... even if they want to
- How part-time work can slash the amount you need saved
This episode unpacks the real markers of early retirement readiness – from understanding your money like Ronald Read, to knowing what you’ll actually spend, to running the numbers with confidence.
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- FrequencyUpdated Daily
- Published6 January 2026 at 3:00 pm UTC
- Length20 min
- Episode2.3K
- RatingClean
