Tax planning doesn't end at retirement—and for many clients, it grows more complex after the loss of a spouse, when a surviving partner may face higher tax rates as a single filer. The widow's penalty is one of the most overlooked areas in legacy planning, yet it's where proactive guidance can make a real difference for the clients you serve.
Join Becky Swansburg, CEO of Stonewood Financial and author of The Road Less Taxed, for a tactical session on navigating the widow's penalty across IRMAA, estate taxes, income taxes, and retirement accounts. You'll come away with practical strategies you can apply right away—and a more confident approach to leading legacy conversations with your clients.
Agenda
Identify where and how taxes can increase for a surviving spouse—and implement strategies to help mitigate that impact.
Prepare for what’s ahead across IRMAA, estate taxes, income taxes, and retirement accounts.
Guide clients in diversifying the tax status of their legacy—without triggering unnecessary taxes or fees.
Strengthen your messaging around legacy planning for seminars, lead generation, and client conversations.
Presenters
Sarah Williams
Becky Swansburg
Partner & Chief Marketing Officer for Stonewood Financial
Becky Ruby Swansburg is CEO of Stonewood Financial, a noted public speaker, and co-author of several industry-leading books, including The New Holistic Retirement. She has built a career in communication and policy working in the White House under George W. Bush and on Capitol Hill for the House Speaker and other Congress Members.