Can I Retire With $5 Million? Planning the Next Chapter

For many investors, the big question is whether $5 million is enough to retire—and this real-life case study shows how to answer it. With Pat out this week, Scott is joined by Allworth advisor Mark Shone to walk through a $5–6 million household navigating retirement while raising kids, funding college, and managing a second marriage. Scott and Mark break down what really matters when asking if you can retire with $5 million—and how to make that decision with confidence. Plus, a physician with $6M+ asks if being all-in on the S&P 500 is a mistake—and what to do instead. What You’ll Learn: How to evaluate if you can retire with $5M How to fund college without derailing retirement When sequence of returns risk actually matters Smart withdrawal strategies for complex situations Why diversification goes beyond the S&P 500 Join Money Matters:  Get your most pressing financial questions answered by Allworth's co-founders Scott Hanson and Pat McClain. Call 833-99-WORTH. Or ask a question by clicking here.  You can also be on the air by emailing Scott and Pat at [email protected]. Download and rate our podcast here.