“Save aggressively by 30, ease off after 50”

Item: Save aggressively by 30, ease off after 50
Rating: 2
Author: u/waybeluga

What Actually Happened

I feel misled by the rule of thumb's sudden ease

What I wish I knew

"The rule assumes continued savings after 50"

Advice to Someone Facing This Now

If I could tell you one thing

"Save more before 50, then adjust according to your needs"

Regret Index

8/10

Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.

SettledMixedSevere

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Financial Category

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