Here at Retirement Starts Today, we are always looking for ways to teach you how to spend more money so that you can enjoy an even better retirement. However, many times our clients and listeners have trouble loosening their purse strings.

After years of being diligent savers, instead of enjoying the fruits of their labor, retirees reaching financial independence often find another reason to be frugal. Listen in to hear how you may be overdoing delayed gratification. 

Outline of This Episode

• [1:32] Will gratification always lead to a more fulfilling life?
• [2:55] How to find balance
• [4:01] Habits are hard to make and hard to break
• [10:12] How are expense ratio fees charged?

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• LifeAfterTheDailyGrind.com

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