Thinking of retiring now? Here are 5 things to consider

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One of the first things you should ask yourself is whether you are financially ready for retirement based on your lifestyle and commitments.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on December 12, 2021, with the headline Thinking of retiring now? Here are 5 things to consider. Subscribe