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What You Should Know About 401K Withdrawal Penalties

There are a lot of things to take into consideration in this situation, but one of the most important things often gets overlooked with all of the other things you should know about 401k withdrawal penalties. So, if you’re made the decision to go forward you hopefully already understand that you will be charged a ten percent early withdrawal penalty, as well as state and federal taxes on the amount you withdraw.

Smart Asset Allocation Improves IRA – 401K Investing

We all want higher returns and less volatility from our investments. There is an easy to understand path to higher returns with low risk. A simple portfolio with a range of market segments will get better results at a lower risk than picking the latest and greatest fund or stock. This simple approach five year annual returns have been around 6% with a buy and hold strategy with buy and modify it has been in the 12% range.

401(k) Compliance and Reporting – Is Your TPA Firm Accurate and What Does it Matter?

The IRS and DOL are putting more emphasis on compliance because the believe 401(k) plans are the most non-compliant plan type. How can you be sure your TPA firm is keeping your plan in compliance? If they aren’t, is it your problem or theirs?

Job Transitions – 401k Rollovers

The first and easiest thing to do with your 401k is just to keep it where it is. Your money will continue to be managed by your former employers’ plan administrator, and you do not have to hassle with setting up a 401k rollover. The problem with this is that as you work for different employers, you will have 401k’s in several different places; 401k’s scattered all around are harder to manage and monitor. In addition, you may find your investment choices to be limited.

The Benefits of a 401K Rollover to Roth IRA

Being smart about money means taking the time to research your options. If you’re transitioning from one job to another, facing unemployment, or getting ready for retirement you need to think about what you’re going to do with your 401(k). You have the option of not doing anything, in all three of these situations.