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EPISODE · Jul 16, 2025 · 19 MIN

What You Need To Know If You're A Widow With A Pension & $1 M+ Saved

from Joe Knows Retirement · host Joe Schmitz Jr.

Widows and single retirees can face unique and harsh tax situations in retirement that can be devastating if not properly planned for. In this episode of Joe Knows Retirement, Joe talks about the widow's penalty and how it can make widows pay nearly double the amount in taxes that they paid when married filing jointly. He talks about the different areas of retirement the widow's penalty can affect, as well as shares a strategy you can use to plan for the penalty and maximize your tax savings. Are you interested in applying to receive expert help in planning for your financial future? If so, you can apply at https://peakretirementplanning.com/schedule-a-meeting/  🎥 Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/430T9Lv 📚Get a FREE copy of Joe's book "Midwestern Millionaire": https://keap.page/bsd964/midwestern-millionaire-toolkit-youtube.html 🟥 Read our latest article featured in Kiplinger:  https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/will-you-pay-higher-taxes-in-retirement 📞 Apply to talk with us: https://peakretirementplanning.com/schedule-a-meeting/

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