Earnings Test, IRMAA, Survivor Benefits, 529 Plans, and SPIAs: Q&A #2447
November 23, 2024

Jim and Chris sit down to answer listener questions related to Social Security, 529 Plans, and SPIA payments… (6:30) A listener wonders if they will be subject to the Social Security earnings test. (14:30) The guys weigh in on if/how a Roth conversion would impact an IRMAA appeal. (30:30) Chris answers whether there is a time limit to apply for Survivor Benefits. (46:30) George asks...
Listen NowRestricted Spousal Benefits, Survivor Benefits, Laid-Off Effects: Q&A #1943
November 9, 2019

While Jim is out elk hunting, Chris flies solo answering topics about restricted spousal benefits, survivor benefits, and laid-off effects on Social Security. (4:10) A fellow Coloradoan asks questions about benefit amounts after filing for restricted spousal benefits. (9:55) An Oklahoma listener wants to confirm information about survivor benefits. (13:40) A Georgia listener would like to...
Listen NowQ&A: QLAC, Earnings Test, and 60-Day Rollover for Roth Conversion
January 19, 2019

Jim and Chris answer three listeners’ questions. Topics discussed include how business income is affected by the Social Security earnings test, QLAC, and using the 60-day rollover as a Roth conversion strategy. http://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-QA-Y19E02.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:27:35...
Listen NowQ&A: 401k Strategies, Earnings Test
December 22, 2018
Join Jim and Chris as they answer questions regarding 401k strategies and working while receiving Social Security. This week a Minnesota listener asks whether they should rollover their 401k with a previous employer and another listener wonders how to get the best tax rate on 401k withdrawals. Also, a Missouri listener ponders self-employment in retirement and a Wisconsin listener looks for some...
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