Should I retire, or stay in business for a little while longer?
918444
You've made my day! I would say "stick it out" a little while longer...maybe you will get the "hang" of it one of these days and get caught and the State will supply you with all your retirement housing needs! Sounds like a deal to me!
998060
Soldier, let me thank you for you service to our country. You are a noble warrior. My brother just retired after 23 years in the Army. He also served in Iraq. The best advice I can give you is to follow your heart. If you truly enjoy what you are doing, and if it means that much to you to stay in, do so. Get your retirement. However, if it is too much to bear or isn't what you see yourself doing for the rest of your life, cut and run. Take care and good luck to you in all you do. God bless you.
458216
It's your life, and what you do is essentially between you and God, and, if you're married, you and your spouse.\n\nI take it you don't enjoy your job.  If you have enough in the bank to take care of yourself, then yes, retire.  You can take the time to go to school, pursue a hobby, or follow a second career doing what you love.  You could also travel or volunteer for a cause you care about.\n\nMy brother retired at age 55.  He's managed his money quite well.  He now plays in a rock-and-roll band that plays 1960s music.\n\nOne caveat: if you're essential to your current job, make sure you train your replacement well!
351755
My goal in every position I have taken is to stay at least 18 months in a position.  However, if the pay is that good (and has good benefits), I'd stick it out until you find something that is a solid step in the direction you want to head in!
249300
Lifestyle depends on you.  If you have a huge natural market and/or is aggressive enough to get in front of people you will have a great lifestyle.  If you do not you will probably be out of the business after a year or two.  \n\nIf you can avoid cold calling and pounding pavement-- all the better.  \n\nBe a professional.  Not a salesman.\n\nGood luck!
367536
Unless you have some kind of illness you should probably try to work at least another 5-10 years.You are probably unchallenged at what you are doing now .If you can afford to think of retiring why not instead think of something that you have always wanted to do not necessarily for the money and go for it.\n\nThe best way to suceed is to take what you love and offer it to others.
454448
my best advice to you is make sure its going to be something your really interested in. owning your own business seems like its all fun and games but its the complete opposite. there is alot of responsibilty involved so make sure you are ready to take on that challenge. i opened a tanning salon about 2 years ago and i thought it was going to be the best thing that ever happened to me. everything is going good financially, but there is alot of stress that comes with opening your own business. to look on the bright side, its always fun being your own boss :-) i wish you the best of luck on your business journey.
456262
We have a fantastic opportunity that would fit round your current situation and given the right commitment from yourself you could turn it into a profitable business enabling you to give up your current job. We are looking for people to join our team in our health and beauty care business. We have the backing of a 27 year old company that is 110 countries worldwide.\nLike you i am in a job that i dont really want to be in, but since starting my own business up it has kept me motivated to see the bigger picture. I will be able to give up my full time job up and that will be thanks to this business. Everyday for me is a step closer to me realizing my dream and that is my biggest motivation.\nIf you would like to know more just contact me, do add your contact email tho!! Maybe like me this will be for you x.\nJust remember that where you are now is only a stepping stone to something bigger you just have to find that something bigger...
1101288
Depends on your situation.\n\nIf you like to take risks and want to own your own business then you should open your own business.\n\nIf you can't afford to take risks and want more real world experience, work for a small business and learn as much as you can.
867475
Depends on your financial situation.  Many people stay w/ the job they have until they have another secured- happy or unhappy.
1154277
What you do depends a lot on what kind of person you are.  If you have a lot of self-control and self-discipline, take it all now and invest it, living off what it generates.  If it's a large enough amount, it can form the foundation for enough growth to keep you in comfort for the rest of your life if you invest propersly.  If it were me, that's what I'd do.\n\nIf, on the other hand, you're likely to spend it all as soon as you get it, take the sum over time, so you'll always have some money coming to you.  It's not a very good solution though.  Your annual payment in 50 years is going to seem a lot smaller than the one you'd get today.  Inflation would just eat away its buying power.
219755
Make sure your active and have hobbies.  Alot of people retire and then don't know what to do with themselves.  Set goals for yourself and have fun!
427969
I would give it to my parents to save up for their retirement my dad works in construction and he has no 401k or any kind of plan for retirement when he can no linger work that's it for them they are just gonna live on social security checks which we know is not enough to live on...I know that 50gs is not enough to live on for a long time but its a start better than nothing.
475214
It can be done, but take a good hard look at the situation first.. are you close to retirement?  Will you invest that $400,00 in such a way that that will not need to work any more?  that kind of money won't go far in this day and age.  Don't forget you'd also be giving up medical, commissary and exchange bennies as well as access to MWR facilities.
346883
As long as your income can stay with you, it should be good.  Sounds like you work your a** off with 5 jobs.  In the end, the whole story sounds like bulls**t.
200676
Most companies will not sell it to anyone under age 50.  I advise my clients to purchase it with a 10 year payment option over their last 10 years before retirement.  Have it paid up before retirement while you're still working and income is higher.  It also protects you against future rate increases.  Talk to a number of professionals as there are many plans out there with numerous options.
1119265
how about which one interests you more. in the long run you will make more money if you like what you are doing.