The problem with Die with Zero is that Perkins is writing abt life as a whole. Using the time buckets to get those experience dividends, but at what cost? It appears his ex-wife stayed back to raise his daughters, as he traveled all over. Later on in retirement I can see spending, gifting and doing things with the discretionary money. But like Mr Quinn the remainder of *my life's savings will reach zero with a purpose*.
She has an atypical lifestyle. She's wealthy, and I believe she doesn't have children. For her, I think a lump sum wouldn't be a hardship, not so for others. I listen to her podcast and while I don't agree with all her advice, I mostly agree with yours!
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The problem with Die with Zero is that Perkins is writing abt life as a whole. Using the time buckets to get those experience dividends, but at what cost? It appears his ex-wife stayed back to raise his daughters, as he traveled all over. Later on in retirement I can see spending, gifting and doing things with the discretionary money. But like Mr Quinn the remainder of *my life's savings will reach zero with a purpose*.
Post: Die With Zero? Hell No
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She has an atypical lifestyle. She's wealthy, and I believe she doesn't have children. For her, I think a lump sum wouldn't be a hardship, not so for others. I listen to her podcast and while I don't agree with all her advice, I mostly agree with yours!
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