James Lee hasn't shared his financial situation - or early retirement goal - with friends, but he has told 37,000 strangers on the Mr Money Mustache forum, writes Sharyn McCowen.
A life expectancy calculator got Paul Clitheroe thinking about his retirement and how long it will last. That is the key in saving for life after work.
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