Social Security, IRMAA, Basis In IRAs, and SPIAs: Q&A #2343

October 28, 2023

Social Security, IRMAA, Basis In IRAs, and SPIAs: Q&A #2343

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss listeners questions relating to Social Security, IRMAA, basis in IRAs, and SPIAs. (26:15) A listener looks for general clarification on their own Social Security benefit, potential survivor benefit and the effects of WEP. (34:15) George from Minnesota asks about the timing of IRMAA and when they might be expected to pay the additional premium. (43:45) Jim...

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Social Security, IRMAA, Roth Conversions, SPIAs, and QCDs: Q&A #2341

October 14, 2023

Social Security, IRMAA, Roth Conversions, SPIAs, and QCDs: Q&A #2341

Jim and Chris discuss listener questions relating to Social Security, IRMAA, Roth conversions, SPIAs, and QCDs. (8:45) George from Virginia provides some additional clarification on a Social Security question discussed on the last EDU show #2341. (21:30) A listener from New Jersey wonders if the proceeds from a home sale will push him into IRMAA and if there is a toll he can use for looking into...

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RMD Correction and Annuities in Retirement: EDU #2323

June 7, 2023

RMD Correction and Annuities in Retirement: EDU #2323

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss a few housekeeping items relating to post-Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Roth conversions. Then, they dive into their retirement planning philosophy around annuities. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y23E23.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:09:14 —...

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Social Security, Annuities, and Life Insurance: Q&A #2239

September 24, 2022

Social Security, Annuities, and Life Insurance: Q&A #2239

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss listeners questions relating to Social Security, annuities, and life insurance. (27:30) A Massachusetts listener looks for clarification on his retroactive Social Security benefit. (31:45) George from Kentucky wonders if he can claim a Social Security survivor benefit while delaying his own benefit to age 70. (38:45) George from Texas looks for thoughts on the...

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Social Security, Revocable Living Trusts, VAs, SPIAs, and 401(k) Contributions: Q&A #2237

September 10, 2022

Social Security, Revocable Living Trusts, VAs, SPIAs, and 401(k) Contributions: Q&A #2237

Jim and Chris sit down to answer listener questions regarding Social Security, Revocable Living Trusts, VAs, SPIAs, and 401(k) contributions. (4:45) A Texan asks a question about Social Security benefit calculators. (10:30) A New Jerseyan wonders how naming their checking account as owner of a revocable living trust will affect their Social Security direct deposits. (26:15) A listener is curious...

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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.