The basic rule number 2 suggests retiring in touristic areas, but what exactly is that? Cities are touristic areas and many large cities and capitals are popular destinations. However, those would not be very suitable for retirement. They have high housing prices and high costs of living throughout the year. Seasonal popularity The fact that […]
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Retire where no one works
So in my post on the basics, I wrote that rule number 1 is to work where everyone works, but to retire where no one works. The main idea is to keep down the cost of living, and that is highly correlated to what people earn. So living in the middle of nowhere seems to […]
The Basics
What is the idea of early retirement on Gotland, or in any touristic area? There are a number of clear benefits. Move! While working, it pays off to live in an urban area. Large companies tend to have their offices in major cities, which means more and often better-paid jobs. The down-side of this is […]