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What to Do With Your 401(k) When You Leave Your Job

What No One Taught Us··15 July 2026·22 min

About this episode

Switched jobs? Your 401(k) has a decision to make. In this episode, we cover exactly what happens to your retirement account when you leave an employer, the pros and cons of each option, and how to complete a rollover without triggering unnecessary taxes or penalties. If you've ever wondered whether to leave it, move it, roll it over, or cash it out (please don't!), this episode is for you.