Steve Wilson enlisted in the military at 17, serving for 20 years before transitioning to state employment in Colorado. Initially uncertain about retiring overseas, he researched various countries but found nothing suitable. After discovering retirement visa options in South Korea, they recalibrated their focus on the cost of living and affordability. Their daughter supported the plan, and they received their visas, settling in Pyeongtaek after a two and a half month wait. Wilson concluded early retirement was a viable option at 54 compared to working until 70 in the US.
"We looked at crime rates, we looked at real estate, we looked at expenses, but nothing really clicked. We didn't want to jump into something that we weren't comfortable with."
"It was like, wow, OK, this is really doable compared to the US, where I would have to work until I was almost 70. It's like retire at 54 or 70? I think I'll go with the 54."
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