Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
GOBankingRates
GOBankingRates
Kerra Bolton

How Retirees Turn $1 Million in Savings into $5 Million (and How That Might Be Holding Them Back)

eggeeggjiew / Getty Images/iStockphoto

Many retirees dream of reaching $1 million in savings, believing it will finally give them the freedom to relax and enjoy life. 

Yet, according to certified financial planner Kevin Lum, many end up with sometimes $5 million or more by the end of retirement. While that might sound great, it usually isn’t the result of brilliant investing. In a recent video, Lum said it happens because many retirees simply don’t spend the money they’ve saved. 

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.