re: Anyone retire early early?

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Two professionals can easily hit FI early if they both work and are reasonably disciplined.

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You got down voted just like I did, but you are 100% correct.

As a matter of fact, my wife and I did it with her staying home to raise our children. We bought less house than we could afford and paid it off in our 30s. We drive reasonable vehicles we paid cash for. We take plenty of vacations/trips but the Jones' aren't even on our radar. 2 simple (but big) things made it happen. Saving the amount equal to what most people pay in mortgages and car payments, even if just for a season of your life, will compound into huge wealth growth. Small kids don't care where you live or what you drive. They want time with mom and dad. Live that season of your life saving, and it opens up endless possibilities. You will leave the Jones' in your dust when you come out the other side.