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How much should you save in pre-tax accounts vs. post-tax accounts? Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA spitball on the “age plus 20” rule for retirement savings, Roth 401(k) contributions and distributions, and a Social Security claiming strategy for Ralph and Marie in Wilmington, Delaware. Shawn wonders if YMYW listeners are ignoring the WEP and GPO when it comes to Social Security, that is, the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset. Plus, can Jake and Amy in Iowa retire in 5 years, or do they need to work beyond age 60? Should Edwin stop making Roth contributions and start doing Roth conversions instead? And finally, how can Jeff in North Dakota’s son qualify for the American Opportunity Tax Credit?
Since Social Security is a primary benefit for most, it’s essential to develop a well-thought out claiming strategy. Consider all potential income, expenses, and tactics to improve your chances of achieving your financial goals. Pure’s Financial Advisor, Joey Bailey, CFP®, CPA, explains the impact of Social Security taxes and how they might affect you. He […]
Social Security is a benefit many people eagerly anticipate after retirement. However, safeguarding yourself against related scams is crucial. Pure’s Senior Financial Advisor, Matt Balderston, CFP®, AIF®, outlines common warning signs and the tactics scammers employ to help you protect your finances. FREE GUIDE | Social Security Handbook Transcript Today we’re going to discuss Social […]
Should Terry and his siblings take out a whole life insurance policy on their parents before they inherit their folks’ $10 million worth of farmland? Is Terry on track for retirement? Plus, should Fred and Wilma use their 401(k) money for living expenses to bridge the gap until they collect Social Security benefits? Should Glen claim his Social Security at age 65 and use it to fully fund his wife’s Roth IRA? When should Bill take his Social Security and should he do Roth conversions? Finally, should Maya include home equity in her retirement savings? Should Jack pay off his mortgage or stash his cash in a brokerage account and refinance his house later?
Will their $5 million nest egg get them to ages 85 and 100? Pa and GiDi are 65 and 60 and retiring now. As they consider moving to the no-income-tax state of Nevada in retirement, they have some decisions to make: should Pa take Social Security before age 70? How should they bridge the gap until Social Security? And most importantly, how can they minimize their taxes in retirement – should they wait to do Roth conversions until after the move? That’s on this bonus episode of Your Money, Your Wealth®, aka YMYW Extra. While Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA are on vacation, YMYW producer Andi Last enlists the help of senior financial advisor Kyle Stacey, CFP® from Pure Financial Advisors in San Diego, California.
How much do retirees really spend in retirement? Does the Social Security Primary Insurance Amount (PIA) continue to rise with inflation? Is all the talk about higher future tax brackets just fear-mongering? Can “Johnny Mercer” afford to leave money for his heirs, and what should his strategy be for converting his retirement savings to Roth IRA for tax-free growth on his money? While Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA each take some much-needed vacation time, Your Money, Your Wealth® producer Andi Last enlists the help of senior financial advisor Rachel Fuss, CFP®, AIF® from Joe and Big Al’s team of experienced professionals at Pure Financial Advisors in Mercer Island, WA, to see if they can “Ac-cent-tchu-ate the Positive” for Johnny in YMYW Extra number 4.
Cinderella and her Prince Charming have a nest egg of $2.3 million and are hoping for retirement income of up to $150K/year. How should they coordinate paying for some big purchases, paying off debt, and collecting Social Security benefits as they plan for retirement? While Joe and Big Al each take some much-needed vacation time, YMYW producer Andi Last enlists the help of senior financial advisor Jack Dugan, CFP® from Pure Financial Advisors in San Diego to spitball on whether Cindi and her prince can live “happily ever after.”
Market declines just before you retire, or early in your retirement, can really screw up your retirement income strategy. If you’re in the middle of the expensive kid years, how do you avoid this sequence of returns risk when making your retirement plans? That’s “Jaclyn Smith’s” question, today on Your Money, Your Wealth® podcast 485. Plus, can Vern’s wife collect Social Security at age 63, then switch to spousal benefits at age 70? Matt wants to know if 2026 catch-up Roth contributions will be subject to the pro-rata rule, and Tom and Amy are trying to figure out how to avoid Medicare’s monthly income-related adjustment amount, or IRMAA, in their plan for Roth conversions.
One of the most important financial decisions you make could mean thousands more dollars of income in retirement. How and when you claim Social Security could completely change your retirement lifestyle – but it’s complicated! The Social Security Administration’s Basic Guide to Social Security Programs contains 2,728 rules! Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, […]
Updated for 2024: Whether you are retiring in a few months or a few years, Social Security is one of the most important decisions of your retirement. This Social Security Handbook walks you through what you will need to know for 2024 and beyond. This guide will explain… History of Social Security Recent Changes How […]
Barney and Betty in Maryland hit the jackpot. How’s Barney’s strategy for net unrealized appreciation, retirement withdrawals, and asset location for his $5 million employee stock ownership plan? Nick in the PNW will have $8 million when he retires early at 53. Should he contribute to his 401(k) or do the good ol’ mega backdoor Roth until then? Those are just a couple of the fat wallets Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA spitball on in this episode of YMYW. Plus, should Allen in New Braunfels’ recently widowed sister contribute to her traditional IRA and do some Roth conversions? Should Alicia in Denver take Social Security early to pay off her rental property, and how can Vern in Wickenburg Arizona buy a new home before or during the sale of his current home? Finally, Bryan in Washington needs to know the best investment strategy for his thrift savings plan, and Lyse in Georgia wonders when in a market downturn you should start spending your cash.
Are you on track for retirement, or going off the rails? Chances are you have put some money away for retirement and some thoughts of what you’ll do once you say goodbye to your day job. But do you know if you are really ready to retire? How much is truly enough? Joe Anderson, CFP® […]
Retirement planning may seem complicated and daunting. However, it’s essential to understand, especially as we’re experiencing longer lifespans and diminishing external support systems. Pure’s Financial Planner, Sumit Mehta, CFP®, AIF®, examines five critical retirement spending needs, ensuring you’re prepared to transition into retirement with confidence and peace of mind. Healthcare Social Security Investment Management Tax […]
Updated for 2024 Want to learn the little-known secrets to help you prepare for retirement? This Retirement Readiness Guide includes 7 important and simple plays to help you get retirement ready despite the uncertainties that we may face. Planning for your retirement is something that takes time, so start today for a bright future tomorrow. […]
Should Peter LemonJello, who has high income, and his wife, who is retired with zero income, file their taxes as married filing separately so they can start Roth conversions? What are the tax implications of Roth conversions for Randy in Chi-town, an early retiree in the 32% tax bracket? Caity (with a C) in SLC is self-employed and over the income max to contribute to a Roth, so now what? And Ben in Oceanside, CA wants to know what impact Roth conversions will have on required minimum distributions after age 73? Joe and Big Al spitball on all these Roth conversion tax reduction strategies, plus, does the math make sense on a company-matched Kai-Zen indexed universal life insurance policy for Kickass Seabass in New Jersey? Ed in Virginia wants to know the earnings limits for family Social Security benefits. But first, can JJ in Florida’s retirement portfolio handle withdrawals of $150,000 per year? And from the banks of the Mighty Mississippi, what should midwestfabs’ post-employment asset allocation be?
