Don't Retire Early Without Understanding THIS Tax Strategy First
What if you could retire earlier than expected, access your savings without penalties, get health insurance subsidies, and pay no taxes for the first few years? Would you believe that's possible?
In this episode of Retirement Answers, I explain how it can be done using a case study of a client named Joe where I break down the strategies and financial maneuvers used to help him retire at 55.
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✅ Get your Important Numbers 2026 PDF here: https://www.rivertreewealth.com/2026-important-numbers
Email: jacob@rivertreewealth.com
Website: https://www.rivertreewealth.com
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Jacob Duke, CFP, MBA is the founder of Rivertree Wealth and the host of the Retirement Answers podcast.
DISCLAIMER: This should not be taken as tax, legal, or investment advice. All content is for educational purposes only.
00:00 Welcome
In this episode of Retirement Answers, I explain how it can be done using a case study of a client named Joe where I break down the strategies and financial maneuvers used to help him retire at 55.
👉 Book a call with me: https://www.rivertreewealth.com/get-started
✅ Get your Important Numbers 2026 PDF here: https://www.rivertreewealth.com/2026-important-numbers
Email: jacob@rivertreewealth.com
Website: https://www.rivertreewealth.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobduke
Jacob Duke, CFP, MBA is the founder of Rivertree Wealth and the host of the Retirement Answers podcast.
DISCLAIMER: This should not be taken as tax, legal, or investment advice. All content is for educational purposes only.
00:00 Welcome
00:51 Special Announcement: 2026 Important Numbers Data Sheet
01:36 Meet Joe: A Real-Life Case Study
04:12 The Rule of 55: Accessing Retirement Funds Early
07:04 Tax Strategies for Early Retirement
08:04 Health Insurance and ACA Subsidies
16:25 Combining Strategies for a Tax-Free Retirement
18:42 Conclusion