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In terms of where you can roll a 401(k) to, the options can include: Another 401(k) or qualified retirement plan if you're changing jobs. A traditional or Roth IRA. IRA CDs or money market accounts.

If you have company stock in a 401(k), it could save you significant money on taxes to transfer those shares into a taxable brokerage account to take advantage of net unrealized appreciation, or NUA. NUA is the difference between what you paid for company stock in a 401(k) and its value now.

It will take you about 15 minutes to open your IRA online. Be sure to select “IRA Rollover”, fill in your contact information, and designate a beneficiary. If you have questions about your 401(k) rollover, you can call 800-454-9272 to speak with a TD Ameritrade knowledgeable New Account Representative.

But even if you left your employer some time ago and still have a retirement account there, you have several options when it comes to finding the best place to roll over your old 401(k): Brokers: An online broker is a great option if you want to “do it yourself” and use your investing expertise to invest.

Disadvantages of rolling over to an IRA In case of bankruptcy: If you roll over your funds into an IRA, you lose the level of legal protection against creditors that a 401(k) offers. In a 401(k), your retirement funds are protected from all forms of creditor judgments.