The Retirement Nerds
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Retirement gets complicated. Medicare, Social Security, Investments, and your Estate Plan are the core of your retirement decisions, but each of those gets remarkably complex. They are mazes with minefields every step of the way that lead to confusion and nightmares. Our channel puts out videos to help remove obstacles, clear up the mess, and keep your retirement decisions a whole lot more simple.
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The podcast covers essential topics such as Social Security, tax planning, Medicare intricacies, estate planning, and investment strategies. Episodes delve into themes like Roth vs. Traditional accounts, tax implications for retirees, and the importance of proper estate management, providing viewers with actionable insights and resources.

Retirement gets complicated. Medicare, Social Security, Investments, and your Estate Plan are the core of your retirement decisions, but each of those gets remarkably complex. They are mazes with minefields every step of the way that lead to confusion and nightmares. Our channel puts out videos to help remove obstacles, clear up the mess, and keep your retirement decisions a whole lot more simple.
Download the free Social Security Taxability Worksheet Here:https://theretirementnerds.com/social-security-worksheet/Zacc's YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@ZaccMoneyEducation?sub_confirmation=1Related Videos:https://youtu.be/kFgagJM6rLEhttps://youtu.be/ZetbFdEqi2Ahttps://youtu.be/HNQbgUTqzRsContact us if you need help with any of these topics:https://theretirementnerds.com/contact-us/Connect: Website: https://theretirementnerds.com/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@retirementnerdsIn this video, I sit down with tax expert Zacc Call to discuss the Big Beautiful Bill and its significant effects on Social Security taxability, Roth conversions, and the overall tax burden for seniors. Zacc walks us through his Social Security Taxability worksheet, which can help seniors navigate the complexities of tax planning and ensure they’re optimizing their retirement strategy. We break down the details, offering actionable insights to help you reduce tax liabilities and make smarter financial decisions as you approach retirement.If you’re a senior, planning for retirement, or simply looking to learn more about tax strategies for Social Security, this video is a must-watch.If you liked the video, please give it a ”Thumbs up!” and subscribe to see more!⏰ TIME CODES ⏰0:00 Intro to the Worksheet1:31 Setting Up Income4:06 Charitable Distributions Clarification6:30 Social Security Taxability Calculation7:49 Senior Bonus Deduction Discussion15:24 Tax Torpedo16:50 Roth Conversion Tax Torpedo19:03 Phase Out of Senior Deduction22:29 Changing Filing Status22:58 Middle Tables28:40 Do the New Deductions Change Roth Strategy?29:29 4-Year Window32:02 Impact on Higher Incomes34:18 Focuses for High vs Low Income34:59 Should You Even File?38:12 SALT Deduction39:57 Important ResourcesDisclosure: This podcast is intended for informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for personal advice from Capita. This is not a recommendation, offer, or solicitation to buy or sell any security. Past performance is not indicative of future results. There can be no assurance that investment objectives will be achieved. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk, including the loss of money invested. Therefore it should not be assumed that future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy, including the investments or investment strategies recommended or proposed by Capita will be profitable. Further, Capita does not provide legal or tax advice. Please consult with your legal or tax professional for advice prior to implementing any strategies discussed during this podcast. Certain information discussed during this podcast is based upon forward-looking statements, information and opinions, including descriptions of anticipated market changes and expectations of future activity. Capita believes that such statements, information and opinions are based upon reasonable estimates and assumptions. However, forward-looking statements, information and opinions are inherently uncertain and actual events or results may differ materially from those reflected in the forward-looking statements. Therefore, undue reliance should not be placed on such forward-looking statements, information, and opinions. Registration with the SEC does not imply a certain level of skill or training.

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