08/24/2026
There are four potential options for your 401(k) when leaving an employer:
• Option #1: Leave it in your former employer’s 401(k) plan, if allowed by the plan.
• Option #2: Move it to your new employer’s 401(k) plan, if you’ve changed employers and your new employer plan allows for it.
• Option #3: Roll the account over to an Individual Retirement Account (IRA).
• Option #4: Cash it out, which could be subject to potential tax & penalty consequences.
If you've decided that a 401(k) rollover is right for you or just want to talk through your options, contact me today. I can help you with your next steps, wherever you are on your journey.
Rolling over a 401(k) into a new or existing traditional or Roth IRA is just one option to consider. Options include roll it, leave it, move it, or take it.