CHANGING JOBS
4 options, 1 tax trap
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Option 1
In the old plan
Fine if fees are low.
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Option 2
Roll it over
Keeps money in one place.
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Option 3
Roll it over
More fund choices.
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Option 4
Costly
Tax plus 10% if under 59½.
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Best move
Rollover
No taxes withheld.
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Indirect
Withheld
You have 60 days to redeposit.
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Age 55+
No 10% penalty
Only from that employer plan.
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Small balance
Can be moved
Plans may move it to an IRA.
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Move it the right way
Read the guide
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