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I just left my job and have a 401(k) with my old employer. What do I do, and should I talk to an advisor?
Before moving an old 401(k), compare your options: leave it in the plan, roll it to a new employer plan, roll it to an IRA, or take a distribution. A fiduciary advisor can help evaluate plan fees, investment options, creditor protection, Roth/pre-tax treatment, tax consequences, required minimum distributions, and how the account fits your broader plan. GK Wealth Management can help Reno and Nevada clients evaluate rollover choices as part of a coordinated retirement and investment plan.
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Common questions
Should I automatically roll over my old 401(k)?
No. A rollover can be useful, but it is not automatically best. Compare fees, investment options, services, tax treatment, creditor protection, and your total financial plan before acting.
Can a financial advisor help with a 401(k) after leaving a job?
Yes. An advisor can help evaluate whether to keep the old plan, move to a new employer plan, roll to an IRA, or pursue another strategy based on the client’s circumstances.
What should I avoid after leaving a job with a 401(k)?
Avoid taking a taxable distribution without understanding penalties and taxes, mixing pre-tax and Roth money incorrectly, or rolling over solely because someone is selling a product.
Talk with GK Wealth Management
Meet with Griffin Kirsch and the GK Wealth Management team to decide whether our fiduciary advisory model fits your planning needs.