{"id":2462,"date":"2024-11-14T10:51:24","date_gmt":"2024-11-14T07:51:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/?p=2462"},"modified":"2025-09-24T10:04:14","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T07:04:14","slug":"how-much-do-i-need-to-retire-by-40","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/how-much-do-i-need-to-retire-by-40\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Do I Need to Retire by 40? Can I retire at 40?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fpm_start\"><\/div>\n\n<p>According to statistics from the Motley Fool, only 1% of Americans achieve financial independence between the ages of 40-45. And according to the Employee Benefit Research Institute, 33% of people leave work before age 60. At the same time, an American worker used to have a retirement age of 65.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key points required for retirement at the age of 40 would be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>high salary;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>moderate consumption for a high savings rate;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>investment skills.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_45_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/how-much-do-i-need-to-retire-by-40\/#Is_It_Too_Late_to_Save_for_Retirement_at_40\" title=\"Is It Too Late to Save for Retirement at 40?\">Is It Too Late to Save for Retirement at 40?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/how-much-do-i-need-to-retire-by-40\/#How_Much_You_Need_to_Budget_to_Retire_at_40\" title=\"How Much You Need to Budget to Retire at 40\">How Much You Need to Budget to Retire at 40<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/how-much-do-i-need-to-retire-by-40\/#Set_a_Savings_Goal\" title=\"Set a Savings Goal\">Set a Savings Goal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/how-much-do-i-need-to-retire-by-40\/#Using_an_online_retirement_calculator\" title=\"Using an online retirement calculator&nbsp;\">Using an online retirement calculator&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/how-much-do-i-need-to-retire-by-40\/#Whats_your_salary_and_whats_your_expected_return_on_investments\" title=\"What&#8217;s your salary and what&#8217;s your expected return on investments?\">What&#8217;s your salary and what&#8217;s your expected return on investments?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/how-much-do-i-need-to-retire-by-40\/#How_to_Retire_in_5_Years\" title=\"How to Retire in 5 Years\">How to Retire in 5 Years<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/how-much-do-i-need-to-retire-by-40\/#FIRE_Update_just_hit_200k\" title=\"FIRE Update, just hit 200k!\">FIRE Update, just hit 200k!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/how-much-do-i-need-to-retire-by-40\/#What_do_people_do_when_they_retire_at_40\" title=\"What do people do when they retire at 40?\">What do people do when they retire at 40?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/how-much-do-i-need-to-retire-by-40\/#FAQ\" title=\"FAQ&nbsp;\">FAQ&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/how-much-do-i-need-to-retire-by-40\/#You_Might_Also_Like\" title=\"You Might Also Like\">You Might Also Like<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_It_Too_Late_to_Save_for_Retirement_at_40\"><\/span>Is It Too Late to Save for Retirement at 40?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s never too late to start building wealth. 40 years of age is a good age to start if you plan to retire at 67.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, to have $1.25 million saved for retirement, you would need to get aside $1,150 per month for 27 years at an average annual return of 8%. This is achievable for the broad US stock market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At a 4% withdrawal rate, the $1.25 mil in a Roth 401(k) retirement plan will generate about $4,150 per month in additional Social Security benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_You_Need_to_Budget_to_Retire_at_40\"><\/span>How Much You Need to Budget to Retire at 40<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no single amount that will allow someone to retire by 40. It depends on your lifestyle and other factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To determine how much do you need, certified financial planners offer the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Retirement savings are 12 times your annual income.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Annual expenses are no more than 4-5% of available principal (the standard withdrawal rate for retirement at age 65-67).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current passive income equals or exceeds expected expenses.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The $1000 rule of thumb.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The first strategy assumes a standard lifestyle after retirement and a significant reduction in spending, and the second assumes that life span will not exceed 30 years.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The $1000 rule states that every $240,000 saved increases retirement profit by $1000 per month. For example, if a person wants to have $3,000 per month, they only need to set aside $720,000. It is also based on an average lifespan of 67 years.&nbsp;<\/p><script data-noptimize>fpm_start( \"true\" )<\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>For the majority of early retirees, the third model seems preferable. However, some of the supporters of the idea of retiring by age 40 calculate the amount of personal capital on the assumption that it will last for 20 years. Then they get:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Access to employer-sponsored retirement accounts (at age 59.5).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social benefits (starting at age 62, but the amount will be much lower). If a person does not claim benefits until age 67, he or she can expect full Social Security payments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eligibility for Medicare (at your 65).&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>According to investopedia.com, one-third of Americans believe the income for retirement is $1.5 million or more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Set_a_Savings_Goal\"><\/span>Set a Savings Goal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A necessary step in when you\u2019ll need enough money is to create a plan for saving enough money. If the savings goal is early retirement, the following steps should be taken:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Determine how much you\u2019ll need to spend each year.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Determine the amount of capital needed based on projected expenses. Keep in mind that living expenses will increase over the years due to inflation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Based on your risk tolerance, estimate the portfolio&#8217;s expected return.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set a timeframe for how long you plan to save enough money for your retirement years.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use online trackers to determine the monthly amount you need to put aside for retirement at the age of 40.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_an_online_retirement_calculator\"><\/span>Using an online retirement calculator&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can simplify the calculations by using a special tracker. This service allows you to take into account:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>investor age;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>planned life expectancy;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>current annual revenue and plans to increase it;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>savings policy;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>expected return on investment;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>changes in expenditures throughout your retirement;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>inflation rate;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>additional revenue sources.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Such programs allow you to calculate how much capital is probably needed to support your expected level of retirement spending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example: <a href=\"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/calculator\">Passive Income Calculator from MaxDividends\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"997\" src=\"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-1024x997.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2493\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-1024x997.png 1024w, https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-300x292.png 300w, https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image-768x748.png 768w, https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/image.png 1263w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>They can also help you determine how much you will need in years to reach a specific financial goal at your current savings policy. It is easy to use them to find the amount you would need to have saved per month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_your_salary_and_whats_your_expected_return_on_investments\"><\/span>What&#8217;s your salary and what&#8217;s your expected return on investments?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An important quality for someone who wants to retire early is a willingness to cut costs significantly. The minimum goal for retirees is to save half their salary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But the reality is that 90% of your ability to save the money you need to give up work depends on your income level during your working years. Therefore, a key component of success is to continually increase your income.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The third influencing factor is the return on investment. At the time of this writing (November 2024), the following facts are relevant:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>The maximum interest rate for High Yield Savings Accounts is 5.0%. However, this is a limited time offer for new customers. Savings Certificates APY reaches 5.50%.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The current yield on the 20-year U.S. Treasury bond is 4.59% (as of November 11).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The S&amp;P 500 fund&#8217;s return over the past 20 years, including reinvestment of dividends, is 10.52% per year (according to valueinvesting.io).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The average income on gold investments over the past 20 years is 9.39% per year (according to valueinvesting.io).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, an investor in his 20s uses a moderately aggressive strategy and invests only in stocks in a fund based on the S&amp;P 500 index. This individual plans to retire at the age of 40. The savings target is $1.5 million.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you maintain a 10% rate of return, you should aim to save about $2089 per month ($25,000 per year). This may be difficult in the early years, but as you progress in your career, the income goes up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With an expected life span of 45 years and a principal of $1.5 million, you can withdraw approximately $2,750 from your retirement account in the first month. The investor also receives regular dividends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over time, the portfolio&#8217;s dividend yield will increase. But passive income will still be less than the average wage. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, it was $5,000 a month (in the third quarter of 2024).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A person who plans to retire early would be wise to save more than $1.5 million. They may need to put aside $50,000 a year or more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Retire_in_5_Years\"><\/span>How to Retire in 5 Years<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The point at which retirement is 5 years away is considered the tipping point. Most investors build their wealth with highly volatile assets until they reach retirement age.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important that a person could retire and not be faced with having to sell stocks during a bear market phase. Experts can provide legal or tax advice for pre-retirees to rethink their allocations in favor of conservative instruments. The main task is to determine where the money will come from in the early years of retirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following sources of retirement income are recommended by financial advisors to supplement your investment portfolio:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>annuities;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>bonds;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>money market funds;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>stocks of dividend aristocrats.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>But some investors think it is wrong to emphasize low-yielding conservative assets. For example, W. Buffett believes that the best allocation of the retirement fund:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>90% &#8211; Equity ETFs;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10% &#8211; short-term government bonds.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The reason is that the life span in retirement is 30 years or more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FIRE_Update_just_hit_200k\"><\/span>FIRE Update, just hit 200k!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most FIRE adherents want to make $200,000 a year or more. They want to save $120,000 or more. At an average rate of return of 10%, that would add up to about $2 million in just 10 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfd9QBydsv3mnwcBh5npvgwRyroML8aT4Gd32PYNy1vBnvJDNKzlATV7IoTDpoc_DSOl8kBDia4ZLe9vhp8jVig_aeNfg7L9GlvIYjajE-dmEQVOiiveDBxgHvgludQDOZa0s37tmzBfEDs-Q6jCb_SrE_9?key=UQsJKkmq3bQPP4wR6Pg58g\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there is another category of people. They are convinced that they only need $200,000 to retire. This idea is based on the assumption that the person will sell a small amount of stock each year. He will take out the amount that the stock grows during the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Assume that the value of such an investor&#8217;s assets grows at 8% to 12% per year. In this case, the annual income in retirement will be between $16,000 and $24,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some years, the value of the shares may decline. If the investor has no other sources of income, he or she will still have to sell the securities. This means that his capital and future income will be reduced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A person will have to look for ways to make significant savings, move to a cheaper state, etc. For example, according to statistics, the average cost of living in Nevada is 95.5% of the national average. In addition, there is no local income tax here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_people_do_when_they_retire_at_40\"><\/span>What do people do when they retire at 40?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people who seek early financial autonomy plan to live an active lifestyle in retirement. At the top of their to-do lists are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>travels;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>realization in a new profession, often related to a hobby (writer, artist, musician);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>volunteering, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning for your years in retirement will determine how much money do you need to set aside before you give up work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can you retire at 40 with 1 million?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether $1 million to give up work is enough depends on 2 factors. The first is your expected level of spending during your retirement lifestyle. How much you need depends on the number of children you have, your health, etc. The second factor is asset allocation, the availability of passive income in the form of dividends.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I retire with $2 million at 40?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Assuming a life span of 85 years, the retiree will have approximately $44,400 per year to spend in retirement. In addition, he will have passive income from this capital. But with inflation, the person will still have to save.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is $5 million enough to retire at 40?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a great amount for retirement at any age. Over 45 years, these savings might allow you to spend more than $9,000 each month.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much should I retire at age 40?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most FIRE adherents believe that net income needs in retirement equal to at least 80% of current expenses. They believe that at least $1.5 million is needed to leave work comfortably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">At what age can I retire with 1 million dollars?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>How much money you\u2019d need to save depends on your spending level and the dividend yield on your portfolio. For people with good planning and saving skills, $1 million is a sufficient nest egg. It can provide a comfortable retirement at age 50 or earlier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Might_Also_Like\"><\/span>You Might Also Like<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/what-is-a-dividend-recap\/\">What Is a Dividend Recap<\/a>? 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Can I retire at 40?"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/#website","url":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/","name":"Beatmarket Blog","description":"","potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":"required name=search_term_string"}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/bc0e7ca6eb01313260aba2b3843c0caa","name":"CEO BeatMarket","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/b0eb19c196c9dacd545533e150aeefe6?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/b0eb19c196c9dacd545533e150aeefe6?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"CEO BeatMarket"},"description":"Hello, my name is Max and I am the founder of BeatMarket. Let me tell you a few words about our philosophy. BeatMarket is a safe space for long-term investors who want to develop healthy investing habits. BeatMarket is created for people who ignore trades of the day, most active stocks signals, and speculation trading courses. Beginner investors will find a special set of BeatMarket tools that helps avoid common mistakes at the start of their investment journey. The platform makes stock research and portfolio Welcome to the community of professionals! Yours sincerely, CEO BeatMarket, investor, entrepreneur, Max Dividends About the Author Max Dividends Seasoned entrepreneur, dedicated father of three, and private investor specializing in high-yield dividend growth stocks.\u200b Professional Background \u2022 Entrepreneurial Ventures: Founded and managed over 10 successful businesses across IT, media, and retail sectors.\u200b \u2022 Investment Experience: Over 15 years of experience in investments, with a portfolio surpassing $1.5 million.\u200b Investment Journey \u2022 From Risk to Reliability: Max started his investing career more than 15 years ago like many\u2014chasing high returns through risky bets, speculative plays, and market timing. After hard-earned lessons and financial losses, he pivoted to a long-term strategy grounded in fundamentals, discipline, and compounding. \u2022 Current Portfolios: Today, Max manages several well-diversified dividend portfolios across U.S. and international markets, focused on high-yield stocks with a track record of annual dividend growth. His primary portfolio is valued at over $1.5 million and generates five figures in annual passive income. \u2022 Dividend-First Strategy: Max\u2019s core focus is building sustainable income through quality businesses\u2014think wide moats, strong free cash flow, and shareholder-friendly management. He follows strict rules around payout ratios, dividend consistency, and sector diversification. \u2022 Personal Milestones: - Fully living off dividends since his early 40s - Reinvests 100% of excess cash flow - Built an \u201cInflation-Proof Income Engine\u201d to withstand economic cycles \u2022 Goals: Max is on a mission to reach complete financial independence and retire before age 50. His broader goal? Help thousands of other investors achieve the same through no-BS education and timeless dividend principles. MaxDividends Strategy \u2022 Objective: To build a reliable passive income stream through strategic dividend investments, aiming for financial independence and early retirement.\u200b \u2022 Achievements: Began living off dividends by age 40, with plans to retire before 50.\u200b Publications \u2022 \ud83d\udcd8 I Love Dividends Why dividend investing isn\u2019t just smart \u2014 it\u2019s addictive. \u2022 \ud83d\udcd7 The 5 Rules of Timeless Dividend Investing A practical, no-fluff guide to building long-term wealth through dividends. \u2022 \ud83d\udcf0 MaxDividends on Substack Max's flagship publication where he shares deep dives, monthly income reports, and stock breakdowns. Read by thousands of serious dividend investors around the world.","sameAs":["http:\/\/91.232.105.158:8000"],"url":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/author\/admin\/"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2462"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2462"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2462\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3128,"href":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2462\/revisions\/3128"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2463"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2462"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2462"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/beatmarket.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2462"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}