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Medicare IRMAA trap could surprise retirees selling homes

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Retirees planning to sell their homes may face an unexpected increase in Medicare premiums due to the Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMAA). This surcharge is calculated based on tax returns from two years prior, meaning a significant capital gain from a home sale could trigger higher premiums once an individual enrolls in Medicare. Financial advisors warn that many seniors are blindsided by this 'trap,' especially as home appreciation has led to substantial taxable gains. Planning ahead, such as selling before age 63 or considering the tax implications, is crucial to avoid this financial pitfall. AI

RANK_REASON The article discusses a known policy (IRMAA) and its impact on a specific demographic (retirees) due to a common financial event (home sale), framed as advice from experts rather than a new development.

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Medicare IRMAA trap could surprise retirees selling homes

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Sydney Lake ·

    Retirees wait for the day they can sell their homes and cash in—but there’s a secret Medicare ‘trap’ that could stop them in their tracks

    Selling your home near retirement age can trigger a Medicare premium surcharge that costs thousands a year—and most retirees don't find out until the bill arrives.

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