Social Security, WEP, 401(k) Rollovers, and Roth Conversions: Q&A #2034

August 22, 2020

Social Security, WEP, 401(k) Rollovers, and Roth Conversions: Q&A #2034

Jim and Chris discuss listeners’ questions regarding Social Security, WEP (Windfall Elimination Provision), 401k rollovers, and Roth Conversions. (Intro) Jim and Chris begin by discussing financial advice given by a popular radio broadcaster. Both Jim and Chris felt as though the advice provided by this popular broadcaster fell short in its accuracy and was too generalized in its approach...

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IRAs, Roth Conversions, and Social Security Details: Q&A #2031

August 1, 2020

IRAs, Roth Conversions, and Social Security Details: Q&A #2031

Jim and Chris discuss various listener questions relating to IRAs, Roth conversions, and Social Security details. (8:38) An Ohioan wonders if they can apply for spousal benefits while withdrawing their Social Security application at the same time. (13:28) A Missouri listener asks if he can contribute the maximum annual amount to his IRA after transferring his lump-sum pension into the same IRA...

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Social Security Questions, A Correction, Retirement Accounts, and Trusts: Q&A #2020

May 16, 2020

Social Security Questions, A Correction, Retirement Accounts, and Trusts: Q&A #2020

Jim and Chris continue to tackle questions about Social Security, traditional vs. Roth IRAs, and trusts.  They also discuss a listener’s correction to a previous podcast episode. (4:20) An Illinois listener wonders how to communicate his updated address and phone number to Social Security. (7:00) Another Illinois listener wonders if he could collect full disability Social Security benefits...

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Things to Consider when Considering a Roth Conversion: EDU #2010

March 11, 2020

Things to Consider when Considering a Roth Conversion: EDU #2010

Jim, Chris, and Bob all discuss this topic today brought to us by a listener’s email: things to consider when considering a Roth conversion.  The simple question of “should I convert to a Roth?” comes with a multi-faceted answer! https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y20E10.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window |...

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Tax Savings for Beneficiaries, Roth Qualifications, and Inherited IRA RMDs – Q&A #1927

July 20, 2019

Tax Savings for Beneficiaries, Roth Qualifications, and Inherited IRA RMDs – Q&A #1927

Join Jim and Chris for another week of Q&As as they answer questions regarding qualifying to move money into a Roth, strategies to create tax savings for beneficiaries, and the rules for Inherited IRA RMDs (Required Minimum Distributions). 6:58 A retired Georgia listener wants a second opinion on whether he can move money from his 401k to a Roth IRA 22:35 A California listener wonders...

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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.