Our Past Shows

Here you will find a year's worth of our past radio shows. Please understand, due to compliance and supervisory guidelines, there is a lag time from when a show first broadcasts to when it can be listed here for later playback. If the show you want is not available, please check back again soon.

Although Jim and Chris strive to make their show ─ and the information presented − topical and pertinent at the time of original broadcast, please recognize the financial world is constantly changing and evolving. These recorded broadcasts may contain outdated or obsolete information. Never make any financial, tax or investment decisions with information contained on these shows without first consulting with your legal, tax and/or financial advisor(s).

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Social Security, Annuities, and Life Insurance: Q&A #2239

September 24, 2022

Social Security, Annuities, and Life Insurance: Q&A #2239

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss listeners questions relating to Social Security, annuities, and life insurance. (27:30) A Massachusetts listener looks for clarification on his retroactive Social Security benefit. (31:45) George from Kentucky wonders if he can claim a Social Security survivor benefit while delaying his own benefit to age 70. (38:45) George from Texas looks for thoughts on the...

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Mutual Funds and The Investment Advisers Act of 1940: EDU #2238

September 21, 2022

Mutual Funds and The Investment Advisers Act of 1940: EDU #2238

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss a Wall Street Journal article surrounding the topic of mutual funds and the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y22E38.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:10:22 — 32.2MB) Subscribe:...

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ACA Credits, RMDs, IRMAA, and Tax Diversification: Q&A #2238

September 17, 2022

ACA Credits, RMDs, IRMAA, and Tax Diversification: Q&A #2238

Chris and inhouse CPA, Bob Palechek discuss listener questions relating to ACA credits, RMD taxation, IRMAA, and tax diversification. (3:45) A listener in Arizona looks for clarification on how planning for ACA credits should fit into retirement withdrawals. (26:30) Georgette from Texas asks if the RMD total includes Federal tax or if the remainder of the RMD total has to be after-tax. (32:45)...

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Ways To NOT Receive Social Security Benefits: EDU #2237

September 14, 2022

Ways To NOT Receive Social Security Benefits: EDU #2237

Chris sits down to do a solo episode on the different ways to NOT receive Social Security benefits. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y22E37.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 55:45 — 25.5MB) Subscribe:...

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Social Security, Revocable Living Trusts, VAs, SPIAs, and 401(k) Contributions: Q&A #2237

September 10, 2022

Social Security, Revocable Living Trusts, VAs, SPIAs, and 401(k) Contributions: Q&A #2237

Jim and Chris sit down to answer listener questions regarding Social Security, Revocable Living Trusts, VAs, SPIAs, and 401(k) contributions. (4:45) A Texan asks a question about Social Security benefit calculators. (10:30) A New Jerseyan wonders how naming their checking account as owner of a revocable living trust will affect their Social Security direct deposits. (26:15) A listener is curious...

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All About The Minimum Dignity Floor (MDF) Part 6: EDU #2236

September 7, 2022

All About The Minimum Dignity Floor (MDF) Part 6: EDU #2236

Jim and Chris sit down to wrap up their discussion on the Minimum Dignity Floor (MDF) series and answer a few listeners questions. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y22E36.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:22:06 — 37.6MB) Subscribe:...

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Jim Saulnier and Associates | 970-530-0556 | 506 East Mulberry Street, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524

Ed Slott Advisor recognition requires an advisor to be well versed on the rules and regulations regarding IRAs. The advisor must attend two live training sessions and pass two written exams annually to remain in the program. Jim Saulnier & Associates, LLC (“RIA Firm”) is a registered investment adviser located in Fort Collins, CO. Jim Saulnier & Associates, LLC may only transact business in those states in which it is registered, or qualifies for an exemption or exclusion from registration requirements. Current registered states: CA, CO, PA, TX, WA, IL Insurance products and services are offered and sold through James H. Saulnier, a Colorado licensed insurance producer, only in those states in which he is reciprocally licensed or qualifies for an exemption or exclusion from licensing requirements. Current reciprocal insurance licensing in these states: AZ, CA, CA, CN, FL, HI, IA, MA, MD, NY, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI, WY Click here for a more detailed disclosure.