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EPISODE · May 2, 2026 · 42 MIN

How to Reduce Medicare Premium Surprises - IRMAA Planning

from The Wise Money Show™ · host Korhorn Financial Group

IRMAA planning is an important part of retirement planning because even a small increase in income can trigger significantly higher Medicare premiums. In this episode of Wise Money, we explain how IRMAA works, why Medicare surcharges catch so many retirees by surprise, and the strategies that may help you reduce or avoid those extra costs. From Roth conversions and retirement withdrawals to property sales and taxable income management, we cover the key financial decisions that can impact your future Medicare premiums. If you want to avoid costly Medicare surprises in retirement, this episode is packed with practical planning insights.  Season 11, Episode 37 Download our FREE 5-Factor Retirement guide: https://wisemoneyguides.com/    Schedule a meeting with one of our CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERS™: https://www.korhorn.com/schedule-a-call/  or call 574-247-5898.   Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/WiseMoneyShow Listen on podcast: https://pod.link/1040619718   Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Uq3u2RzsREU    Connect with us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WiseMoneyShow  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wisemoneyshow/    Kevin Korhorn, CFP® offers securities through Silver Oak Securities, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC. Kevin offers advisory services through KFG Wealth Management, LLC dba Korhorn Financial Group. KFG Wealth Management, LLC dba Korhorn Financial Group and Silver Oak Securities, Inc. are not affiliated. Mike Bernard, CFP® and Joshua Gregory, CFP® offer advisory services through KFG Wealth Management, LLC dba Korhorn Financial Group. This information is for general financial education and is not intended to provide specific investment advice or recommendations. All investing and investment strategies involve risk, including the potential loss of principal. Asset allocation & diversification do not ensure a profit or prevent a loss in a declining market. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization’s initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.

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