How Does My 401(k) Get Invested?
Posted: November 13, 2020
How Does My 401(k) Get Invested?A 401(k) is a tax-deferred, employer-sponsored retirement savings plan that allows you to save and invest a portion of your paycheck. Your employer may contribute matching funds to your 401(k) account. The company may offer a choice of investment options, but you control how your 401(k) money is invested. What Are the Common 401(k) Investment Options? Employees can typically choose from a spread of mutual...
Can I Have More Than One 401(k)?
Posted: October 13, 2020
Can I Have More Than One 401(k)?It is possible to enroll in more than one 401(k) at a time. In fact, it is not uncommon to accumulate several over a lifetime. This can occur in various situations. Scenarios that Can Lead to More than One 401(k) You may have a 401(k) account from a previous employer and enroll in a second 401(k) plan when you start a new position. This process...
Understanding 401(k) Terms: Sponsor & Third-Party Administrator
Posted: September 13, 2020
Understanding 401(k) Terms: Sponsor & Third-Party AdministratorA 401(k) plan is an excellent benefit for employers to offer employees. It is a tax-deferred, defined-contribution retirement account that gets its name from a section of the IRS Code. Many employers offer matching funds for all or part of their employees’ contributions to a 401(k) plan. If you are opening a 401(k), two key terms to understand are “sponsor” and “third-party administrator.” What Is...
What Happens To My 401(k) If I Move To A Different Country?
Posted: August 13, 2020
What Happens To My 401(k) If I Move To A Different Country?If you are a foreign worker in the U.S., planning to return home, or a U.S. citizen planning to move abroad, you may be wondering what happens to your 401(k) account when you leave the country. In this scenario, you have several different options from which to choose. Leave Your 401(k) In The U.S. When you leave your 401(k) in the U.S., you retain the...
What Happens To My 401(k) After My Death?
Posted: July 28, 2020
What Happens To My 401(k) After My Death?For many Americans, a 401(k) is the foundation of their retirement planning. The goal is to set aside sufficient tax-deferred dollars (ideally, with matching employer contributions) to see you through from the date of retirement to the date of your death. But what happens if you die before you have a chance to spend your 401(k) funds? You certainly can’t take it with you when...