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I Retired in My 80s: 7 Expenses I Wish I Had Cut Sooner

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Bob N. worked well into his 80s before finally retiring at age 83. While the spunky Denver resident is enjoying his later years, he wishes he had been more diligent about cutting certain expenses decades ago. “I could have retired years sooner if I trimmed the fat in some areas,” the 85-year-old shared. “Live and learn, I guess!”

With the benefit of hindsight, here are seven costs Bob wishes he had slashed to achieve an earlier retirement.

Learn More: Retirement Savings: 4 Expenses Retirees Regret Keeping in Their Budgets, According to Experts

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This article originally appeared on GOBankingRates.com: I Retired in My 80s: 7 Expenses I Wish I Had Cut Sooner