7 Ways to Know If the Time Is Right to Retire

You may be eligible for Social Security, or just plain fed up with working, but before you retire, here's what you need to weigh.

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It seems like some people start thinking about retirement about the same time they start working. However, once you hit your 50s and 60s, the dream starts looking more like a reality.

But it’s a big decision. Before you quit the daily grind, you need to be sure you’re ready both financially and psychologically. Here are seven ways to know you’re ready to say goodbye to the boss for good.

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Best Buy takes up to $200 off a selection of as part of its . Choose in-store pickup to avoid shipping fees, or get free shipping with orders of $35 or more. Discounted items include MacBooks, iPads, iPhone 7, and Apple Watch Series 3 smartwatches.

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Updated: July 20, 2018

Van Gogh High-Res Digital Prints for free

Wish you could afford a Van Gogh piece? Well, you're in luck. Kind of. The Van Gogh Museum offers a selection of for free. This is pretty much the same as owning an original, right? Well, those are valued at $100 million and aren't for sale. However, you could always print these out and hang them on the wall to achieve the illusion of grandeur. And isn't that what life's all about? The illusion of grandeur.

Van Gogh High-Res Digital Prints for free

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Updated: July 13, 2018

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Updated: June 30, 2018

Coach Corner Zip Wristlet for $9 + $5 s&h

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Updated: 15 hr 24 min ago

All-Clad VIP Factory Seconds Sale: Up to 81% off + 10% off + free shipping

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Updated: 3 days 8 hr ago

Lowe's Summer Clearance Sale: Up to 75% off + free shipping

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Updated: 2 weeks 1 day ago

Lady Antebellum "Muve Sessions" MP3 Album for free

Google Play offers downloads of for free. That's $8 under the lowest price we could find for the regular version elsewhere. This edition features 12 commentary tracks in addition to the 12 music tracks.

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Updated: July 5, 2018

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Updated: July 5, 2018

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band "Icon" MP3 Album for free

Google Play offers downloads of the for free. That's the lowest price we could find by $5 for this 11-track album.

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Updated: July 4, 2018

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Updated: July 4, 2018

Enrique Iglesias "Sex and Love" MP3 Album for free

Google Play offers downloads of the for free. That's the lowest price we could find for this 16-track album by $11.

Enrique Iglesias "Sex and Love" MP3 Album for free

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Updated: July 5, 2018

Walmart discounts a wide selection of items — including — as part of its . In many cases, you can opt for in-store pickup to avoid shipping fees of $5.99. (Orders over $35 receive free shipping, but oversized items may incur additional charges.) A couple of best bets:

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for $499.99 + pickup (pictured, $200 off)

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Updated: 1 week 5 days ago

Google Play offers downloads of for free. That's $14 less than buying each track individually. This compilation album was originally released in 2011.

George Strait "Icon" MP3 Album for free

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Updated: July 7, 2018

Google Play offers downloads of the for free. That's the lowest price we could find by $7 for this 11-track album.

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Updated: July 4, 2018

Samsung Galaxy Note9 preorders: How to get up to $450 off

Samsung has announced its new . Highlights of the latest Note model include a 6.4" 2960x1440 Infinity Display, 10nm processor with up to 8GB RAM, AKG stereo speakers, and a water-carbon cooling system. (This is a phone that's especially designed for mobile gaming, like .)

The Note9 is available with for $999.99 or for $1,249.99. The best way to save on preorders — it's due for release on August 24 — is to consider trading in an older device. Current trade-in offers include:

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Updated: 2 days 20 hr ago

Brantley Gilbert's "Just As I Am" MP3 Album for free

Google Play offers downloads of for free. That's the lowest price we could find by $15 for this 11-track album.

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Updated: July 6, 2018

Under Armour Men's Tech 1/4-Zip Pullover Top for $16 + free s&h w/beauty item

Macy's offers the in Academy/Steel (pictured) or Black/Graphite for $15.93. Pad your order with a (they start at $2.25) to bag free shipping; otherwise, shipping adds $10.95. That's $14 under our mention from last September and the lowest price we could find by $13. It's available in select sizes S to 3XL.

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Landers Natural Pest Repellent Sample for free

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Updated: July 13, 2018

8-Piece Comforter Sets at Macy's for $30 + free shipping

Macy's offers a selection of in a variety of colors/sizes ( pictured) for $29.99 with free shipping. Each set is $70 off and the best price we could find.

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Updated: 2 days 14 hr ago

Google Play offers downloads of for free. It's $7 less than buying the Walmart-exclusive CD. It features 11 tracks, including Straight Up, Opposites Attract, and Blowing Kisses in the Wind.

Paula Abdul "Icon" MP3 Album for free

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Updated: 2 weeks 1 day ago

Oakley Sale: 50% off + free shipping w/ $100

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Updated: July 21, 2018

DSW Price Drop Clearance: Up to 70% off + free shipping

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DSW Price Drop Clearance: Up to 70% off + free shipping

DSW takes up 70% off select men's, women's, and kids' shoes and accessories during its Price Drop Clearance Event. (Prices ... Read more.

Updated: June 26, 2018

ASICS July Semi-Annual Sale: Up to 50% off + free shipping w/ $50

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Updated: July 5, 2018

Beach Boys "Pet Sounds" 3-Song MP3 Sampler for free

Google Play offers downloads of for free. Note that this isn't a full album, but a collection of three remastered live performances from London in 1968. Still, you'd otherwise be paying $1.29 apiece for each track.

Beach Boys "Pet Sounds" 3-Song MP3 Sampler for free

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Updated: July 7, 2018

Designer Sunglasses at Nordstrom Rack: Up to 89% off + free shipping w/ $100

Nordstrom Rack continues to take up to 89% off a selection of and . (Prices are as marked.) Shipping adds $7.95, although orders of $100 or more receive free shipping. A couple of best bets, each with $7.95 for shipping:

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Updated: 6 hr 31 min ago

eBay coupon: 15% off $25 + free shipping

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Updated: 15 hr 22 min ago

Zara Sale: Up to 70% off + free shipping w/ $50

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Updated: July 20, 2018

Google Play offers downloads of for free. That's a savings of $14 against buying each of these songs on their own. This 11-track album features classic tunes from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis, Jr. Several of them are remastered.

The Rat Pack "Icon" MP3 Album for free

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Updated: July 12, 2018

Walmart Back to College Sale for $100 + free shipping w/ $35

Walmart discounts select during its . Opt for in-store pickup to avoid the $5.99 shipping fee, or spend $35 or more to receive free shipping. A couple of best bets:

for $19 + pickup (low by $12)

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Walmart Back to College Sale for $100 + free shipping w/ $35

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Updated: 20 hr 25 min ago

Grace Potter & The Nocturnals MP3 Album for free

Google Play offers downloads of the for free. That's a savings of $8 for this 14-track album.

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