1099 Tax Forms and the “Mega Backdoor Conversion”: EDU #2008

February 26, 2020

1099 Tax Forms and the “Mega Backdoor Conversion”: EDU #2008

Chris hosts today’s show with CPA Bob Palechek as they discuss 1099 tax forms and the “mega backdoor Roth conversion.”  This topic is the result of a listener’s email about converting after-tax 401k dollars into a Roth IRA and wondering if he’ll receive a 1099 form from his IRA custodian....

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QCDs, Social Security Benefits, Trust Tax Rates, and More: Q&A #2006

February 8, 2020

QCDs, Social Security Benefits, Trust Tax Rates, and More: Q&A #2006

Jim would like to answer a record-breaking 8 questions today (Chris estimates that 3 is more realistic), but nonetheless they answer topics about QCDs, Social Security benefits, trust tax rates, and more! (In the end, Jim and Chris answered 7 listener questions–not too shabby!) (6:10) A Californian would like clarity about taking out a QCD from an IRA. (8:45) A listener would like to know...

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Social Security Benefits, SECURE Act, Backdoor Roth Conversions, and More: Q&A #2003

January 18, 2020

Social Security Benefits, SECURE Act, Backdoor Roth Conversions, and More: Q&A #2003

Jim and Chris answer 7 questions today in this episode, with topics ranging from social security benefits to the SECURE Act, to backdoor Roth conversions and more! (2:40) LIVE CALLER! A gentleman from West Virginia asks a question about child Social Security benefits. (14:00) LIVE CALLER! A gentleman calls in from New Jersey to talk about the SECURE Act and a private pension. (33:20) A listener...

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Roth Contributions after Retirement, SS Overage, SEPP and Roth Conversions: Q&A #1944

November 16, 2019

Roth Contributions after Retirement, SS Overage, SEPP and Roth Conversions: Q&A #1944

Jim is back at it with Chris as they discuss Roth contributions after retirement, how earning over the limit income will affect Social Security, and more! (11:55) A listener asks Jim and Chris what is considered “earned” income and if he should continue Roth contributions after retirement. (21:20) A Texan wants to know how earning over the limit income will affect her Social...

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New Roth Conversion Strategy: EDU #1940

November 6, 2019

New Roth Conversion Strategy: EDU #1940

Now that you can no longer recharacterize, do you need a new Roth Conversion strategy? Chris discusses how the loss of recharacterization ability can affect not only how much you convert into a Roth, but when you choose to convert it. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y19E40.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download...

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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.