AUM, Social Security Filing, Gin & Tonic, & RMDs: Q&A #1945

November 23, 2019

AUM, Social Security Filing, Gin & Tonic, & RMDs: Q&A #1945

In today’s podcast, Jim and Chris discuss listeners’ questions (or statements) about AUM, Social Security filing, the possibility of calling themselves Gin & Tonic on the show, & RMDs. (9:55) A Marylander discusses AUM, referencing the previous show Jim & Chris did on the AUM model. (27:58) A listener from New Mexico asks about filing for Social Security before full...

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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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2020 Social Security Changes: EDU #1941

November 13, 2019

2020 Social Security Changes: EDU #1941

2020 Social Security changes are almost here! Chris takes the opportunity while Jim is elk hunting to discuss the new year’s Social Security changes. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y19E41.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 24:59 — 11.4MB) Subscribe:...

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Investing in Oil, Living on Basis, Filing Retroactively: Q&A #1941

October 26, 2019

Investing in Oil, Living on Basis, Filing Retroactively: Q&A #1941

Jim and Chris put a dent in their email stack this week, answering 5 questions. They share listener feedback on investing in oil and gas, address what “living on basis” means, and more. 4:30 A listener shares his experience with investing in oil and gas. 13:39 Follow-up from a Massachusetts listener on his ACA tax credit question addressed in a previous episode. 16:15 Jim expands on...

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Conversion Cons, Social Security Benefit Reduction, Appeals, and Disability: Q&A #1938

October 5, 2019

Conversion Cons, Social Security Benefit Reduction, Appeals, and Disability: Q&A #1938

This week Jim and Chris address listener questions on the potential downsides to Roth Conversions and several Social Security topics, including the 2035 Social Security benefit reduction, appealing a temporary benefit reduction, and the possibility of additional assistance from Social Security. 9:30 Chris weighs in on a Florida listener’s question regarding appealing a skipped benefit...

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