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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We though $5M would do it and semi-retired. But 2008 wasn't the best year to do that, and we didn't factor in aging parents who are now needing help. So DH is back to work for a while, and $7M is the new number. (This is with private schools, vacation home, travel, eating out. We could certainly do it with less if we downscaled, but DH doesn't want to.)[/quote] You are wise to return to work while you can. We are helping to support elderly parents, unemployed siblings, and two minor children orphaned by a sudden death of one sibling. Life happens and seems to become more expensive as you approach your 50's. Of course, you can ignore your extended family's needs and concentrate on your own immediate family's wants and needs. Or you can work longer, like you and we are, and sleep well at night. [/quote]
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