# Episode 64: Linda asks: “How Do We Control Taxes When RMDs and Social Security Start?”

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Podcast: [Retirement Decoded Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/retirement-decoded-podcast-7121619)
Published: 2026-02-09T11:00:02+00:00
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## Resource

Linda wants to know how to manage retirement income once Social Security and required minimum distributions begin. Scott breaks down how different income sources stack together for tax purposes, how to avoid unexpected bracket jumps, and ways retirees can build flexibility into their tax strategy over time. Get on our phone calendar at https://TuckerRetirement.com . Watch this podcast on YouTube at https://TuckerYouTube.com .

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