Retired early in the Seattle area? Thinking about it? Share your story

Seattle area employers have made massive layoffs over the past few years. In an unprecedented move, Microsoft announced retirement buyouts for employees last week, with more details to come in May.

We want to explore what exactly early retirement looks like for workers in Washington.

Did you make the decision to retire ahead of schedule? Are you deciding whether to take a buyout? Share your experience with us in the form below, and a reporter may reach out to you.

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This story was originally published April 30, 2026 at 4:51 PM.