A Social Security Special: EDU #2341

October 11, 2023

A Social Security Special: EDU #2341

Chris sits down on a solo episode to discuss several different listeners questions relating to a variety of Social Security topics. (3:00) George from Texas asks if avoiding the spousal offset from automatically kicking on is an option. (9:15) Georgette wonders if her future COLAs and deferred retirement credits will be calculated based on the benefit she was receiving prior to suspending her...

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Social Security, Spousal Benefits, IRMAA, SPIAs, and Excess Contributions: Q&A #2340

October 7, 2023

Social Security, Spousal Benefits, IRMAA, SPIAs, and Excess Contributions: Q&A #2340

Jim and Chris discuss listeners questions relating to Social Security, spousal benefits, IRMAA, SPIAs, and excess contributions. (8:00) A listener from Arizona looks for clarity regarding a spousal Social Security benefit and what amount is considered for the spousal “top off” amount. (23:15) George from Massachusetts asks about filing the form SSA-44 to avoid IRMAA for the years...

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Reviewing The Ed Slott Test Continued: EDU #2340

October 4, 2023

Reviewing The Ed Slott Test Continued: EDU #2340

Jim and Chris sit down to continue their discussion on a test/quiz given to attendees of the Ed Slott training program. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y23E40.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:01:54 — 28.3MB) Subscribe:...

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