Karsten Jeske also known as “Big ERN” is the founder and genius behind Early Retirement Now. He writes on all topics related to personal finance but is best known for his comprehensive series on safe withdrawal strategies.  In this episode he dives deep into the intricacies of safe withdrawal rates, sequence of return risk, the importance of market valuations for retirees and the 'one more year' syndrome often discussed in the Financial Independence community. Karsten also shares his personal journey from a modest upbringing in Germany to early retirement in the U.S.

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Resources mentioned on the show:

🌐 Early Retirement Now

The Safe Withdrawal Rate Series

Ten things the “Makers” of the 4% Rule don’t want you to know (SWR Series Part 26)

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