How the New Tax Law Could Impact Your Retirement


On our last morning together, I snapped this picture as we walked home from breakfast before my daughter and granddaughter headed back home.

Iโ€™m pretty sure this isnโ€™t how a stroller is supposed to work ๐Ÿ˜† โ€ฆ but the laughter made it worth it. Fortunately, theyโ€™ll be back next month for my wifeโ€™s birthday โ€” and I canโ€™t wait.


From Family Time to Future Planning

๐Ÿ’ฌ From Episode 65:

โ€œOur advantage over Uncle Sam is that we can look many years in advance. All Uncle Sam cares about is this year.โ€ โ€“ Eric Blake

This week on The Simply Retirement Podcast, I break down the biggest tax law changes from the new One Big Beautiful Bill Act โ€” and why looking years ahead can be your greatest advantage in retirement planning.

Hereโ€™s what youโ€™ll learn:

  • ๐Ÿ“Œ The new $6,000 bonus deduction for those age 65+ (and how it stacks with standard or itemized deductions)
  • โณ Why it expires in 2028 and how to plan ahead
  • ๐ŸŒ Changes to the SALT cap that could help high-tax-state residents
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Opportunities in Social Security timing, Roth conversions, and charitable giving
  • ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ Widow tax planning and long-term income strategies to reduce lifetime tax liability

๐ŸŽง Listen here: Episode 65 โ€“ What the 2025 Tax Law Means for Your Retirementโ€‹

โ–ถ๏ธ Watch on YouTubeโ€‹


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Webinar Alert: What the New 2025 Tax Law Means for Your Retirement Plan

๐Ÿ“… Tuesday, August 26, 2025 | 6:30 PM CT | Online

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โœ… Whatโ€™s changing โ€” and whatโ€™s not
โœ… Using the new $6,000 deduction for 65+
โœ… How to prepare before key provisions expire in 2028
โœ… Steps to take now with your advisor or CPA

โ€‹Learn More and Register here โ€” space is limited.


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