REPURPOSED IS BETTER THAN RETIRED
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What does a fulfilling retirement really look like? In this conversation, Mike Jacobson interviews Harland Merriam, a retired pastor, military chaplain, and lifelong learner who, with his wife Barbara, has created a retirement filled with purpose, travel, family, and financial stability. He calls it “repurposed, not retired.” Harland shares his unique retirement journey — from 54 years of marriage to “repurposing” life after 30+ years of ministry. Discover how he and Barbara:
• Used retirement pensions and Roth IRAs to build a secure financial foundation
• Restored Barbara’s childhood home into a mortgage-free residence with Airbnb income
• Leveraged real estate investing to create steady retirement income and tax benefits
• Stay healthy and active with daily exercise, hiking, and biking well into their 70s
• Prioritize family time — from multi-week visits with grandkids to hiking volcano rims in New Zealand
This isn’t just about financial planning — it’s about designing a purpose-driven retirement. Harland offers valuable insights on:
• Starting savings and tithing habits early
• Using passive income to fund bucket list adventures
• Staying socially and physically active in your later years
• Avoiding the financial pitfalls that leave many retirees struggling
Whether you’re asking “How much money do I need to retire?”, wondering how to retire with purpose, or exploring real estate for retirement income, this interview offers both inspiration and practical advice.
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Mike is a retired aerospace engineer with a passion for real estate investing and teaching financial literacy. He lives with his wife in Daytona Beach, Florida.