Sep 2 2009

Can Money From A 401k Loan For A First Time Home Go Towards A Down Payment And Closing Costs?

I know I can use a loan from my 401k towards the down payment. If I have some money left over from the 401k after that, can I use the rest for the closing costs?

Sep 1 2009

How Much Money Should I Have Saved In My 401k?

I am in my early 40s and have watched my 401k drop by about 40%. What’s a good rule of thumb when looking at your 401k balance? How much money should you have saved by your early 40s?

Sep 1 2009

How Much Is Taxed When You Take Money Out Of Your 401k?

I recently got divorced. I have to sign over 1/2 of my 401k to her. I am thinking of asking her to buy her out less any taxes she would have been charged. What percentage is taken out of a 401k when removed. I am trying to think of an offer to give her. The [...]

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Aug 30 2009

Can I Xfer Money From 401k With Present Employer To A Ira While Still Contributing To 401k?

I am currently contributing to my 401k plan at my present job. I don’t like the choices they give me and the brokerage plan charges $18 per trade and $100 a year maintenance fee. Can I continue to fund the 401k plan and transfer the moneys to a Roth IRA or similar plan at another [...]

Aug 30 2009

How Can I Move My 401k Money From My Employer Without Leaving My Job?

My employer does not contribute to my 401k. I want to move my money without penalty to another financial institution.

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