Social Security, Spousal Benefits, Aging Reserve, and Fun Expenses: Q&A #2309

March 4, 2023

Social Security, Spousal Benefits, Aging Reserve, and Fun Expenses: Q&A #2309

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss questions relating to Social Security, spousal benefits, aging reserve, and fun expenses.

(9:15) A Californian listener asks about his Social Security claiming strategy for spousal and survivor benefits.

(20:45) A listener in Georgia looks for clarification on spousal Social Security benefits following a divorce.

(35:00) Georgette from South Carolina wonders how to go about investing an 81-year old’s aging reserve.

(1:09:45) A listener from California asks for clarification on deciding what’s considered a fun expense versus a minimum dignity floor expense.

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