Social Security, IRMAA, QCDs, RMDs, and Annuities: Q&A #2342

October 21, 2023

Social Security, IRMAA, QCDs, RMDs, and Annuities: Q&A #2342

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss listeners questions relating to Social Security, IRMAA, QCDs, RMDs, and annuities. (6:15) George from Washington looks for advice on when his wife should look to claim Social Security. (17:45) A different George in Washington wonders which IRMAA threshold he should pay attention to when looking for an adjustment upon retiring. (34:30) A listener gives a real...

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Reviewing The Ed Slott Test: EDU #2339

September 27, 2023

Reviewing The Ed Slott Test: EDU #2339

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss a test/quiz given to attendees of the Ed Slott training program and provide their thoughts. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y23E39.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:03:40 — 29.1MB) Subscribe:...

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Social Security, Annuities, LTC, Roth IRAs and 529 Plans: Q&A #2330

July 29, 2023

Social Security, Annuities, LTC, Roth IRAs and 529 Plans: Q&A #2330

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss listeners questions relating to Social Security, annuities, LTC, Roth IRA contributions and 529 plans. (5:15) A listener from New Jersey asks if there is an income limit for being allowed to claim child in care Social Security benefits. (14:00) A Colorado listener looks for clarification on his wives spousal Social Security benefit if he were to delay claiming...

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Social Security, Trusts, IRA Contributions and Deferred Compensation Plans: Q&A #2316

April 22, 2023

Social Security, Trusts, IRA Contributions and Deferred Compensation Plans: Q&A #2316

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss listener questions relating to Social Security, trusts, IRA contributions, and deferred compensation plans. (4:30) A Californian listener asks about his sisters age 70 full Social Security benefit amount given her unique situation. (11:30) This was a continuation on a question addressed last year regarding funding a bypass trust at death. (37:00) A listener...

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Retirement and IRA Questions From Ed Slott Part 3: EDU #2312

March 22, 2023

Retirement and IRA Questions From Ed Slott Part 3: EDU #2312

Jim and Chris sit down to continue their discussion on several different questions posed by the Ed Slott group exam. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y23E12.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:11:04 — 32.5MB) 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.