Cognitive Decline, MDF, Taxes, Inflation, and Fun Spending: Q&A #2418

May 4, 2024

Cognitive Decline, MDF, Taxes, Inflation, and Fun Spending: Q&A #2418

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss listener questions relating to cognitive decline, minimum dignity floor (MDF), taxes, inflation, and fun spending.

(7:15) Jim and Chris begin by discussing several listener emails regarding cognitive decline in retirement and items to be aware of.

Link to New York Times podcast on cognitive decline: CLICK HERE

(26:00) A listener provides her input on the taxes associated with the Minimum Dignity Floor (MDF).

(37:10) A listener looks for thoughts on claiming Social Security, pension income and building inflation adjustments into the MDF.

(57:00) A listener gives their input on dollars invested for MDF and Fun Spending that might not be needed for 10+ years.

 

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