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Social Security: Benefits for a Widow or Widower

Social Security rules have eliminated "File and Suspend" or "Restricted Application" as a filing strategy for married people in 2015. For widows, the "Restricted Application" strategy still works as long as they have not remarried before 60. In this video, Tom and I discuss how two clients were recently helped and how they have been able to collect their benefits. Questions? Email us at Hans@CardinalGuide.com, call us at (919) 535-8261, or visit our website at CardinalGuide.com. Investment advisory services offered through Brookstone Capital Management, LLC (BCM), a registered investment advisor. BCM and Cardinal Advisors are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered through BCM but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. The content of this channel is provided for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation or recommendation of any investment strategy. Investments a

Social Security Survivor's Benefits — Important Benefits for Surviving Spouse

A case study of how planning on Social Security payments for a surviving spouse affects your retirement income. Questions? Email us at Hans@CardinalGuide.com, call us at (919) 535-8261, or visit our website at CardinalGuide.com. Investment advisory services offered through Brookstone Capital Management, LLC (BCM), a registered investment advisor. BCM and Cardinal Advisors are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered through BCM but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. The content of this channel is provided for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation or recommendation of any investment strategy. Investments and/or investment strategies involve risk including the possible loss of principal. There is no assurance that any investment strategy will achieve its objectives. Index or fixed annuities are not designed for short term investments and may be subject to caps, restrictions, fees and s

What is the Widow and Widower Tax Penalty?

Explanation of why income taxes increase for surviving spouses. Links in this video: retirement planning Insights - Taxes in Retirement - #TaxPlanning #Taxes #IncomeTaxes DISCLAIMER: This video is only helpful hints and education. It is not specific tax, legal or investment advice. Before considering acting on anything you see in this video, first consult with your tax, legal or investment advisor. While the information expressed in this video is believed to be accurate, neither Andy Panko, CFP®, RICP®, EA nor Tenon Financial LLC make any guarantees to its accuracy.... ( read more ) LEARN MORE ABOUT: IRA Accounts CONVERTING IRA TO GOLD: Gold IRA Account CONVERTING IRA TO SILVER: Silver IRA Account REVEALED: Best Gold Backed IRA The Widow and Widower Tax Penalty refers to a situation wherein a surviving spouse is punished by higher taxes simply because they are no longer married. This penalty can be particularly devastating for those who have just