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Social Security retirement planning
When to claim, how much, the tax impact and whether working affects benefits — worked out before you apply.
01 / WHO IT IS FOR
Who this is for
People approaching Social Security who are unsure when to claim; those still earning W-2, 1099, self-employment, rental or investment income; anyone worried about the earnings test; married, divorced or widowed clients exploring spousal or survivor benefits; people who may live in China or abroad long term.
02 / WHAT’S INCLUDED
What’s included
- Eligibility review: work credits, estimates and earnings record.
- Comparing benefits and cash flow at 62, 65, full retirement age and 70.
- Projected federal and state tax; whether benefits become partly taxable.
- Effect of continued work (earnings test).
- 3–5 year retirement cash-flow projection; preliminary spousal, divorced-spouse or survivor review.
- Claiming-age recommendation and next-step application checklist; maintaining benefits while abroad.
03 / PROCESS
How it works
- 01
Provide documents
Prepare documents using the SSA planning checklist.
- 02
Analysis
Compare claiming ages, taxes and cash flow.
- 03
Deliver recommendations
Summary, age comparison, tax projection, risk notes, recommendation and action list.
- 04
Apply (if desired)
Filing the application is arranged separately.
04 / DOCUMENT CHECKLIST
What to prepare
- Birth date, marital status, state, status, expected retirement date and plans to live abroad
- Social Security Statement and earnings record; any prior SSA applications
- Prior-year return, W-2s, 1099s, K-1s, rental and investment records
- Expected income this year: work, self-employment, business, rental, investment, IRA/401(k) withdrawals, foreign income
- IRA, Roth IRA, 401(k)/403(b), pension, RMDs and withdrawal plans
- Medicare, employer or Marketplace health coverage
Prepare only what applies to you. Share SSNs, IDs and bank details through the agreed secure method, not in a first email.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is this just filling out the application?
No. The focus is when to claim, how much, taxes and cash flow before deciding when to apply.
Can I receive benefits while living in China?
The plan covers receiving and maintaining benefits abroad, subject to SSA rules.
Scope notes
This is planning and preparation; the SSA determines eligibility and amounts.
Website content is general educational information, not tax, legal or investment advice for your situation.
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General educational information only; not tax, legal or investment advice. Service scope and engagement arrangements are confirmed directly with the firm. Information on this website does not replace advice tailored to your circumstances.