The 3 Best Retirement Accounts to Have if You Plan to Retire Early
You'll need to overcome many obstacles to retire early, including the federal government's rules about retirement account withdrawals. Typically, you'll face an early-withdrawal penalty if you take money out of your retirement accounts before you're 59 1/2. There are exceptions, but most require a qualifying reason, like a large medical expense.
However, three retirement accounts have special rules that could permit you to access your savings early and penalty-free.
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