Social Security, PSA, Annuities, RMD Rules: Q&A #2534

Jim and Chris discuss listener questions on Social Security retroactive payments and delayed retirement credit timing, share a listener PSA on horse speed, and answer questions on fixed indexed annuity default credits, a living benefit rider with a proprietary index, and RMD rules for an inherited account.

(15:45) A listener asks if the lack of a prior formal application affects eligibility for retroactive spousal benefits following the GPO repeal.
(27:30) The guys address a question about how delayed retirement credits are calculated based on specific months and what to consider when not claiming exactly at full retirement age or 70.
(37:45) Georgette shares a PSA on an earlier episode’s horse speed discussion.
(44:00) A listener seeks clarification on how a fixed indexed annuity with withdrawal benefits might outperform a DIA, particularly how default credits and fees interact.
(1:07:30) Jim and Chris respond to a listener who shares details about their nationwide annuity with a living benefit rider, its performance, fees, and expected income stream.
(1:25:45) George asks whether RMD rules for an inherited account require a distribution in the year of his mother’s death, despite the Vanguard calculator indicating otherwise.