Social Security Benefits, RMD Taxes, IRMAA, and Social Security Taxation: Q&A #2508

February 22, 2025

Social Security Benefits, RMD Taxes, IRMAA, and Social Security Taxation: Q&A #2508

While Jim is attending a conference, Chris is joined by Jake to discuss listener questions relating to Social Security benefits, RMD taxes, IRMAA, and taxability considerations for claiming Social Security. (5:00) Georgette asks whether her survivor benefit will be reduced since her husband passed away at age 71. (13:30) The guys address whether claiming early on a work record reduces a spousal...

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Social Security, IRMAA, IRA Distributions, Roth Contributions, Catch-up Contributions, and Inherited IRA RMDs: Q&A #2507

February 15, 2025

Social Security, IRMAA, IRA Distributions, Roth Contributions, Catch-up Contributions, and Inherited IRA RMDs: Q&A #2507

Jim and Chris discuss listener questions relating to Social Security benefits, IRMAA, IRA distributions, Roth contributions, catch-up contributions, and inherited IRA RMDs. (6:30) George asks how inflation adjustments apply when a reduced Social Security benefit converts to a spousal benefit. (13:45) The guys address whether the end of non-qualified deferred compensation qualifies as a...

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Spousal Benefits, IRMAA, Step-Up Basis, Family Maximums, Beneficiaries, and Inheritances: Q&A #2501

January 4, 2025

Spousal Benefits, IRMAA, Step-Up Basis, Family Maximums, Beneficiaries, and Inheritances: Q&A #2501

Jim and Chris discuss listener questions relating to Social Security spousal benefits, IRMAA planning, step-up in basis rules, family maximums, IRA beneficiaries, and factoring inheritances into retirement planning. (12:00) George asks how his wife’s spousal Social Security benefit will be calculated, specifically regarding COLA increases to his PIA and his delayed filing at age 70. (20:30) A...

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IRMAA, 457b, QCDs, and Roth Conversions: Q&A #2451

December 21, 2024

IRMAA, 457b, QCDs, and Roth Conversions: Q&A #2451

Jim and Chris discuss listener questions relating to IRMAA, Social Security benefits, 457B plans, Qualified Charitable Distributions, and Roth conversions. (8:30) The guys address a listener question about using form SSA-44 to appeal IRMAA surcharge. (20:45) George seeks clarity on whether and how his wife’s 457 plan distributions will impact their Social Security benefits. (42:00) A PSA from...

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IRMAA, Spousal Benefits, IRA Withdrawals, QCDs, and Roth Contributions: Q&A #2450

December 14, 2024

IRMAA, Spousal Benefits, IRA Withdrawals, QCDs, and Roth Contributions: Q&A #2450

Jim and Chris discuss listener questions relating to IRMAA, SS Spousal Benefits, IRA withdrawals, Qualified Charitable Donations, and Roth contributions. (6:45) A listener looks for assistance filling out form SSA-44 to have his IRMMA surcharge reevaluated. (24:15) George wonders if his wife claiming her Social Security benefits early will reduce her spousal benefit when he takes his SS at full...

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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.