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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/egocentric_ on 2025-06-25 01:53:21+00:00.
Currently a bystander to my retired Grandmother who is getting hit back to back with big house expenses that could have been avoided, and is now back in debt.
Too often the finish line for retirement comes, and yet known house expenses aren’t resolved; HVAC units nearing end of life, old roof, original appliances, an ancient hot water heater… they’re all begging to throw a wrench in your nest egg when you least expect it, and sometimes multiple at a time.
Before you retire and say goodbye to a steady income, update all big expected house expenses while you can. Only then once they’re upgraded should you hang your hat and enjoy being a retiree.
Avoid the avoidable!