Looking to retire within next 2 years. Traveling with a one ton dually and 5th wheel but also contemplating going to Class A. I work with the DOD as a Parts Manager. Would rate my computer skills above average due to nature of my work. So the advice I am looking for is what are realistic possibilities of finding some type of telecommute work, once I retire that will provide some additional income, while we enjoy the retirement years on the road. We are thinking of doing some Workamping after our first year of retirement, but would also like to supplement that with some telecommuting work.Any realistic possibilities or advice.

When I fulltimed in my RV, I quickly discovered that trying to earn money while fulltiming was not what I was interested in. I had a very good job that paid quite nicely, so why would I exchange that for an entry level job that paid less than minimum wage? I discovered volunteering for the National Park Service. I was treated with courtesy, dignity and respect, and my jobs were something that I found fulfilling. I was always provided with a free site with all utilities including laundry. Check out the opportunities at www.volunteer.gov

The place I worked only had a 401k, no pention. I quit a long time ago and do not work. Like said above, why would I quit a good paying job that I liked, and at the top of seniority, just to go find another job and start at the bottom again.The dictionary says retire is "leave one's job and cease to work"

I retired at 56 and never looked back. Life is great.

Not being smart a$$ or mean spirited but IMO if you need to work for extra income it's not time to retire. Wife and I both retired at 56 and everyone said we would be back out in workforce in a year or going nuts at home. Haven't looked back once and can hardly remember working now. Don't quit that good paying job until you are ready to quit working! JMO Enjoy your retirement, whenever it starts.

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bob213
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Jan 08, 2017
Not being smart a$$ or mean spirited but IMO if you need to work for extra income it's not time to retire. Wife and I both retired at 56 and everyone said we would be back out in workforce in a year or going nuts at home. Haven't looked back once and can hardly remember working now. Don't quit that good paying job until you are ready to quit working! JMO Enjoy your retirement, whenever it starts.
corvettekent
Explorer
Jan 08, 2017
I retired at 56 and never looked back. Life is great.
K_Charles
Explorer
Jan 08, 2017
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K_Charles
Explorer
Jan 08, 2017
The place I worked only had a 401k, no pention. I quit a long time ago and do not work. Like said above, why would I quit a good paying job that I liked, and at the top of seniority, just to go find another job and start at the bottom again.
The dictionary says retire is "leave one's job and cease to work"
DownTheAvenue
Explorer
Jan 07, 2017
When I fulltimed in my RV, I quickly discovered that trying to earn money while fulltiming was not what I was interested in. I had a very good job that paid quite nicely, so why would I exchange that for an entry level job that paid less than minimum wage? I discovered volunteering for the National Park Service. I was treated with courtesy, dignity and respect, and my jobs were something that I found fulfilling. I was always provided with a free site with all utilities including laundry. Check out the opportunities at www.volunteer.gov

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