Social Security, Pensions, 457(b)’s, and Backdoor Roth Contributions: Q&A #2304

January 28, 2023

Social Security, Pensions, 457(b)’s, and Backdoor Roth Contributions: Q&A #2304

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss listener questions relating to Social Security, pensions, 457b’s, and backdoor Roth contributions. (11:00) A Texan listener asks if his wives spousal Social Security benefit will be based off half of his original PIA or his PIA adjusted for cost-of-living. (16:30) A listener in Ohio looks for clarification on the effect that WEP and GPO will have on her...

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The Fun Number Part 3: EDU #2304

January 25, 2023

The Fun Number Part 3: EDU #2304

Jim and Chris continue their discussion on the concept of the Fun Number and explain HOW they arrive at determining the Fun Number. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y23E04.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:12:24 — 33.1MB) Subscribe:...

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Social Security, Target Date Funds, IRMAA, 457(b)’s, Dividends, and HSAs: Q&A #2303

January 21, 2023

Social Security, Target Date Funds, IRMAA, 457(b)’s, Dividends, and HSAs: Q&A #2303

Jim and Chris discuss questions relating to Social Security, target date funds, IRMAA, 457(b)’s, dividends, and HSAs. (6:30) George in the UK looks for clarification on the calculation of his Social Security PIA given his work abroad in Europe and in Canada. (18:30) George asks about a Social Security survivor benefit for his wife if he were to pass away before claiming at age 70. (26:00)...

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The Fun Number Part 2: EDU #2303

January 18, 2023

The Fun Number Part 2: EDU #2303

Jim and Chris continue their discussion on the concept of the Fun Number to explain the rational behind the concept. https://media.blubrry.com/the_retirement_and_ira_show/s3.amazonaws.com/TheRetirementandIRAShow/RAIRA-Show-EDU-Y23E03.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:17:00 — 35.2MB) Subscribe:...

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Social Security, 401(a)’s, RMDs, Taxes, and 401(k) Loans: Q&A #2302

January 14, 2023

Social Security, 401(a)’s, RMDs, Taxes, and 401(k) Loans: Q&A #2302

Jim and Chris sit down to discuss listeners questions regarding Social Security, 401(a)’s, RMDs, taxes and 401(k) loans. (10:30) A listener from New Jersey asks a couple of general questions to try and understand some additional facts about Social Security. (25:30) A listener from Colorado looks for help with calculating an accurate projection for their age 70 Social Security benefit given...

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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.