ABOUT THIS EPISODE
What does it take to retire happy, and how much of it actually comes down to money?
In this episode of The Backpack Trader, airing Wednesday, October 21st, Troy Noonan welcomes wealth advisor and author Wes Moss to explore the relationship between financial freedom and a fulfilling retirement. Drawing on his research into retirement happiness and his book, The Retire Sooner Method, Wes explains how savings, mortgage debt, meaningful activities, and close friendships fit together. They discuss why even millionaires worry about running out of money and how to build a life you enjoy once work becomes optional.
Key Takeaways:
- Wes’s research links $1 million or more in liquid investable assets with higher retirement happiness, but money alone does not guarantee fulfillment.
- Paying off your mortgage—or bringing the payoff date within sight—can help strengthen your foundation for financial freedom.
- Meaningful hobbies and activities, which Wes calls “core pursuits,” can help replace the sense of purpose and structure that work provides.
- Maintaining close friendships and community connections takes deliberate effort as your social circles change with age.
- A structured financial plan can help reduce uncertainty and support the freedom to spend your time on what matters most.
Connect with Wes Moss:
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