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Strategies in Social Security – Techniques and Tips to Optimize Your Distribution 2 Credits

Feb 17, 2025, 09:30 AM ET

Strategies in Social Security – Techniques and Tips to Optimize Your Distribution 2 Credits

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    January, 2024
  • Subject Area

    Finance

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Feb 17, 2025, 09:30 AM ET

Learning Objective

  • To identify how to increase social security and pension income.
  • To analyze how to reduce market risk and still have good returns on your retirement savings.
  • To discuss how to create a retirement income plan to ensure you never run out of money.
  • To identify the right technology to make your retirement easier to manage.
  • To explain how to protect your wealth from poor health.

Course Overview

Why isn’t anyone talking about how to convert my retirement accounts into retirement income?

Social Security planning is now a vital element in securing income sufficiency in retirement and there are strategies to maximize your benefits.

If the thought of retirement seems more intimidating than exciting, you’re not alone! By breaking the retirement planning process into smaller, more manageable pieces, you can take the steps towards protecting and maximizing your hard-earned money.

The following things should be taken into consideration-

  • Before and during retirement, it is important to develop and adhere to a sound financial strategy that helps you weather the market fluctuates.
  • A couple will spend an estimated $245,000 on healthcare throughout retirement.
  • Inflation can lower the value of your savings from year to year.
  • Nearly 60% of retirees don’t budget for entertainment and activities.

Join this CPE Finance webinar, it will explain how to plan for retirement and make it easier to manage.

When it comes to retirement income, growth, and inheritance planning, you may not be able to predict the future, but you can educate yourself and prepare for it!

Spouses are encouraged to attend!

On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

Live Webinar Credits for All Qualifications

License details Credits Status
Finance for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 2 CPE Approved
Personal Financial Planning for Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) 2 CPD Eligible
Finance for Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) 2 PL Eligible
Finance for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Retirement Planning for Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) 2 CE Eligible
Financial Planning for Certified Wealth Strategist (CWS) 2 CE Eligible
Trust and Estate Practitioners (TEP) 2 CPD Eligible
Financial Planning for Certified Fiduciary and Investment Risk Specialist (CFIRS) 2 CE Eligible
Finance for Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP) 2 CE Eligible
Retirement Planning for Wealth Management Certified Professional (WMCP) 2 CE Eligible
Retirement Planning for Financial Services Certified Professional (FSCP) 2 CE Eligible
Finance for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Finance for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 2 CPE Eligible
Financial aspects of estate and retirement planning for Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) 2 CE Eligible
Retirement Planning for Chartered Special Needs Consultant (ChSNC) 2 CE Eligible
Retirement Planning for Chartered Advisor in Senior Living (CASL) 2 CE Eligible
Finance for CIPM 2 PL Eligible
License details Credits Status
Finance for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1.5 CPE Approved
Personal Financial Planning for Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) 1.5 CPD Eligible
Finance for Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) 1.5 PL Eligible
Finance for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Retirement Planning for Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) 1.5 CE Eligible
Financial Planning for Certified Wealth Strategist (CWS) 1.5 CE Eligible
Trust and Estate Practitioners (TEP) 1.5 CPD Eligible
Financial Planning for Certified Fiduciary and Investment Risk Specialist (CFIRS) 1.5 CE Eligible
Retirement Planning for Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP) 1.5 CE Eligible
Retirement Planning for Wealth Management Certified Professional (WMCP) 1.5 CE Eligible
Retirement Planning for Financial Services Certified Professional (FSCP) 1.5 CE Eligible
Finance for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Finance for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Financial aspects of estate and retirement planning for Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) 1.5 CE Eligible
Retirement Planning for Chartered Special Needs Consultant (ChSNC) 1.5 CE Eligible
Retirement Planning for Chartered Advisor in Senior Living (CASL) 1.5 CE Eligible
Finance for CIPM 1.5 PL Eligible

Additional Information

Credits

2

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study
Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

Earn Your Accounting CPE Credits with Drew Stevens
Drew Stevens

CEO and Leadership Change Expert, Stevens Performance

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Established as a renowned financial consultant, educator, and speaker, Steven specializes in helping individuals achieve financial transformation. He empowers professionals to build wealth, achieve their financial goals, and create a legacy. 


A passionate educator and public speaker conduct engaging seminars and workshops on financial literacy and wealth management. he has helped countless individuals and families understand: 

  • Effective Social Security coordination 
  • Retirement income strategies 
  • Wealth-building techniques 
  • Creating financial longevity and legacies 


Who Drew Really Is 

Drew Public speaker shares his insights through published works, making financial education accessible to a wider audience. Through financial literacy he empowers and inspires individuals to live their best lives. 

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How do I earn CPE credits through self-study?

To earn CPE credits, you must complete the self-study course, pass the required assessments, and submit the necessary documentation. Credits are awarded based on the completion of course hours and successfully passing the assessments.

Are the self-study courses approved by NASBA and other regulatory bodies?

Yes, all our self-study courses are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies, ensuring they meet the rigorous standards for quality and educational content set by these organizations.

What are the requirements to maintain compliance with self-study courses?

To maintain compliance, you must follow the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include completing the course within the specified timeframe, passing the assessments, and keeping accurate records of your learning activities.

How can I access my course completion certificates?

After successfully completing a self-study course and passing the assessments, you can access and download your course completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies for compliance and reporting purposes.

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What is a Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit?

A Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit is an interactive, real-time online seminar where professionals can earn Continuing Education credits by participating in live sessions led by experts in various fields. These sessions meet the standards set by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies.

How do I earn credits through live webinars?

To earn credits, you must attend the entire live webinar, actively participate in any polls or questions, and complete any required evaluations or assessments. Credits are awarded based on your attendance and participation in the live session.

Are the live webinars approved by NASBA and other regulatory bodies?

Yes, all our live webinars are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies, ensuring they meet the high standards for quality, interactivity, and educational content set by these organizations.

What are the requirements to maintain compliance with live webinar courses?

To maintain compliance, you must adhere to the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include attending the full duration of the webinar, participating in interactive elements, and completing any post-webinar evaluations or assessments.

How can I access my webinar completion certificates?

After successfully attending a live webinar and fulfilling all participation requirements, you can access and download your completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies for compliance and reporting purposes.

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Judy Mavroleon, CPA (US)
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Drew Stevens is an accomplished instructor and presenter. Like all of his other courses, this course and the content does not disappoint. Social Security Strategies is a critical topic and should be an integral part of any financial planning. Thank you Drew for sharing this information and articulating the value of this knowledge.

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Catherine Mccray, CPA (US)
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It is one of many excellent webinars on Social Security. I believe every CPA, Financial Planner, EA, and Tax Attorney should understand the importance of retirement planning and the impact of Social Security within the planning.

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