Hello to all,
I have a client that is nearing retirement. He is convinced he can retire early (62), work and earn $34,060, and his benefits will not be reduced. He determines this amount by the $20,500 that he would contribute to his 401K, plus the $13,560 maximum earnings and still receive full social secuity benefits.
I contend the $20,500 contributed to his 401K would count toward the maximum earnings, and his benefits would be reduced by $1 for every $2 in earnings above the $13,560. ($20,500 /2 =$10,250 reduction). Am I correct?
Thanks for any clarification you can provide.