If you are feeling exhausted from the grind of modern life, then don't worry too much. Those who have been quietly accumulating Bitcoin (stacking sats) may soon be able to 'ease off the gas'. According to a Bitcoin researcher and author of Smitty’s Bitcoin Retirement Guide, by 2035, you could potentially retire in many places around the world with less than 1 BTC.
Of course, the amount of Bitcoin needed for retirement will differ depending on the country. Destinations with low living costs like Burundi or Afghanistan allow you to 'say goodbye' to your office job with less than 0.1 BTC. However, you may have to live in an unpowered cave, but... if you really hate your boss, this option might still be quite appealing.
Conversely, luxurious places like Monaco or Liechtenstein will cost you more. If you want to enjoy your old age on lavish beaches, in casinos, or 5-star hotels alongside the ultra-rich like Jeff Bezos or Lauren Sanchez, you will need about 7 BTC.
Of course, in Vietnam, if we live in the countryside, retiring with 1 BTC is quite comfortable.
The assumptions behind the numbers
Before selling your house, saying goodbye to loved ones, and booking a one-way ticket to 'retirement paradise', you should know that the estimates are based on several assumptions:
The growth of the M2 money supply in the United States is assumed to continue at 7% per year. This significantly affects the model and is also a source of error, especially when converted to other currencies.
Annual living costs are calculated based on the average income of each country (converted to USD), taken from data from the website worlddata.info.
The model also assumes that everyone lives to 100 years old, so depending on your health and longevity, the amount of Bitcoin you need may vary.
Additionally, the model does not take into account specific tax factors for each country — a noteworthy point highlighted by a follower. Therefore, if you are considering retiring in Kabul, make sure you have thoroughly researched (DYOR) before making a decision.
