Early Retirement

January 2026 Dividends and Portfolio Update

We made $1,849.42 in dividends in January 2026, and our portfolio is up $5,960.93 excluding the contributions and the dividends. A total increase of $7,810.35 excluding contributions.

Why 2026 Is the Turning Point

Feeling burned out right after time off can be a signal, not a problem to “rest away.” Here’s my 2026 plan to accelerate early retirement - mortgage changes, building a cash buffer, cutting expenses, growing side income, and shifting toward an income-focused portfolio.