You’re shocked. Your accounts are worth a combined $2.2 million. Your home’s value has grown to net you $1.0 million. Combined, you are worth $3.2 million.
(Truth is, you’re a little embarrassed by your wealth. Your parents raised you middle class. “Absolutely no appetizers or dessert” was the rule for infrequent family trips to a restaurant.)
But you quickly start to dream. “I can retire early.” Your career has been rewarding. But there is so much more to life: travel, volunteering, and hobbies.