Ohio, Medicare, Social Security, Roth 401k, and Annuities: Q&A #2531

Jim and Chris discuss Jim’s relocation experience to Ohio, a listener PSA on Medicare, questions about Social Security payment timing and divorce eligibility, Roth 401k withdrawals under the rule of 55, and close with an annuity comparison answer so long it practically qualifies as a mini EDU.

(17:00) A listener PSA reminds others that Medicare Part A only covers hospital costs and that Parts B, C, and D must still be actively enrolled in.

(24:30) A listener asks whether it’s normal for his Social Security payment date—initially based on spousal benefits—to remain the same after switching to his own record.

(31:45) Georgette asks what Social Security benefits she might be eligible for after divorce, given she’s receiving Disability and will have been married 11 years.

(39:15) Jim and Chris offer clarity on how the rule of 55 applies to Roth 401k withdrawals and confirm whether earnings would be taxable before age 59½.

(55:30) George asks whether it’s better to use a fixed indexed annuity (FIA) with living benefits or a deferred income annuity (DIA); the guys break it down in an extended segment that might even earn you CPE credit.