Forget 65, America's new retirement age is 85 — or 35

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For Brian Burdick, working at 82 has been one of life's most surprising joys.

I'm a 76-year-old retiree who travels often with my grandma friends. We're learning that the secret to healthy aging is adventure.

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Beth Sobiloff and her friend
The aturhoe (right) is a retired grandmother who loves to travel.

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My dad planned to retire at 55. He died at 52, and it changed how I live.

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The author's dad died at 52.

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The ghost of DOGE is still haunting Social Security

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I moved from Texas to Italy to retire. I'm saving over $20,000 a year on healthcare, and life is cheaper and calmer overall.

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Brad Allan decided to retire in Italy instead of the US.

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I've been job hunting for 7 months since being laid off from my consulting job. I cashed out my 401(k) to stay afloat.

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Aaron Laniewicz
Aaron Laniewicz

Aaron Laniewicz

I left NYC for Miami at 58. I retired early thanks to an unexpected saving.

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Scovel loves Miami's sunny weather.

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We lost our retirement fund and gained our 36-year-old son as a roommate. Multigenerational living has made our lives fuller.

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Pam Hopkins and her grandchildren.

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What happens after you retire early? People who have done it in their 30s describe boredom, identity shifts, and second thoughts.

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Rose Han achieved financial independence at age 32.

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I'm a childfree and a millionaire. I rent my home, have no plans for full retirement, and want to spend all my money before I die.

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Jay Zigmont says he likely won't ever retire.

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