Practical, numbers-first articles to help you retire on your terms — from coast FIRE to the 4% rule, retiring early, and planning life in another country.
28 June 2026
Spain is one of Europe's most popular retirement destinations — but the financial reality is more complex than the lifestyle brochure. Here's what you actually need to know.
Read the guide →16 June 2026
Retiring at 55 is achievable — but it requires a larger nest egg, a longer runway, and a realistic spending plan. Here's exactly what the numbers look like.
Read the guide →9 June 2026
Most people plan retirement backwards — saving without knowing what they're saving for. Design your retirement lifestyle first, then work out what it costs and whether you're on track.
Read the guide →2 June 2026
Most retirement spending estimates are wrong because they ignore how spending changes with age. Here's a realistic framework for calculating what you'll actually spend in retirement.
Read the guide →26 May 2026
Coast FIRE means saving enough now so your investments grow to fund retirement on their own — no more contributions needed. Here's how to calculate your coast number.
Read the guide →12 May 2026
The 4% rule is the most cited number in retirement planning — and one of the most misunderstood. Here's what it actually means and how to apply it to your situation.
Read the guide →28 April 2026
The 25x rule is a starting point, not an answer. Here's how to calculate your personal retirement number — accounting for state pension, spending phases, and your actual life.
Read the guide →14 April 2026
Not all retirement calculators are equal. Most give you a useless number. Here's what a good retirement calculator actually models — and how to use one to get a meaningful answer.
Read the guide →Answer a few questions about the life you want — RetireGauge gives you a single readiness score and the exact income or age that funds it.
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