7 Habits of Highly Effective People That Want to Retire

This article, last updated in December 2023, is original content written by Manchester, CT Financial Advisor Thomas Scanlon, CFP®, CPA.

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1) Start Early

Do you want to increase your chances of retiring at a reasonable age? Start early. As The Rolling Stones said, “Time Is On My Side.” Well said.  Don’t kick yourself for not starting earlier. You can’t turn the clock back. Just begin where you are now.

2) Live Beneath Your Means

This goes without saying. Which is why it needs to be said. To get to your retirement, you’re going to need to have some assets and income.  Don’t fall into the trap of trying to keep up with the Joneses. Live beneath your means and get to the retirement finish line long before the Joneses.Continue Reading: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People That Want to Retire

The Complimentary 1,440 Credit Card

This article is original content written by Manchester, CT Financial Advisor Thomas Scanlon, CFP®, CPA My brother-in-law Bob recently told me about the Complimentary 1,440 credit card. Here were some of the features he mentioned: * You must use the 1,440 everyday* It expires at the end of the day* It automatically re-news the next… Continue Reading: The Complimentary 1,440 Credit Card

No Deposit. No Return.

This article, last updated in December 2023, is original content written by Manchester, CT Financial Advisor Thomas Scanlon, CFP®, CPA. What does this mean? If you don’t put something in (deposit) you won’t get something out (return). Isn’t that the truth? This applies whether you want to learn to play the guitar, improve your culinary… Continue Reading: No Deposit. No Return.