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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.
Simple living is cheaper because complex lives cost more to maintain. A personal look at lifestyle creep, hidden upkeep costs, and how simplifying saves money.
Your commute costs more than gas. Use this calculator to see how much rent or mortgage you’re giving up by living farther from work.
A simple calculator to estimate the real cost of driving for a deal, including fuel or electricity, time, tolls, and vehicle wear.