The Fun Number Part 2: EDU #2303

January 18, 2023

The Fun Number Part 2: EDU #2303

Jim and Chris continue their discussion on the concept of the Fun Number to explain the rational behind the concept. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y23E03.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:17:00 — 35.2MB) Subscribe:...

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The Fun Number Part 1: EDU #2302

January 11, 2023

The Fun Number Part 1: EDU #2302

Jim and Chris begin their detailed discussion on the concept of the fun number and WHY we focus on it as part of our approach. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y23E02.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:12:36 — 33.2MB) Subscribe:...

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Prologue To Discussing The Fun Number: EDU #2301

January 4, 2023

Prologue To Discussing The Fun Number: EDU #2301

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss the concept of the “Fun Number” and how we go about estimating the fun number. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y23E01.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:12:48 — 33.3MB) Subscribe:...

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Social Security, COLAs, PIAs, Annuities, and Fun Spending: Q&A #2240

October 1, 2022

Social Security, COLAs, PIAs, Annuities, and Fun Spending: Q&A #2240

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss listeners questions relating to Social Security, COLAs, PIAs, annuities, and fun spending. (7:30) A listener asks about the restricted application strategy for Social Security and how it’s monitored/regulated. (16:30) George from Ohio looks for clarification on his spouses Social Security benefit and cost of living adjustment (COLA) for being born in 1961....

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Social Security, Pro-Rata Rule, Roth Conversions, and Positioning: Q&A #2150

December 11, 2021

Social Security, Pro-Rata Rule, Roth Conversions, and Positioning: Q&A #2150

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss listeners questions relating to Social Security, the pro-rata rule, Roth conversions, and positioning. Intro: Jim and Chris discuss the recent court case involving gold within an IRA as well as the delay to complete 2021 Roth conversions and some potential strategies to combat this. (31:15) George from Texas looks for confirmation on his Social Security claiming...

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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.