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The most obvious replacement for a 401(k) is an individual retirement account (IRA). Since an IRA isn't attached to an employer and can be opened by just about anyone, it's probably a good idea for every worker—with or without access to an employer plan—to contribute to an IRA (or, if possible, a Roth IRA).

This is called a “blackout period.” During black periods a 401(k) plan participant cannot make changes to their account. This means that they can't change investments or move money around until the blackout period ends.

Your company can even refuse to give you your 401(k) before retirement if you need it. The IRS sets penalties for early withdrawals of money in a 401(k) account. Depending on the situation, these penalties may be a small price to pay in the face of an emergency.

Can a Company Take Away Your 401(k) After You Quit? No. 401(k) contributions and any gains on those contributions are your money and you can take them with you when you leave a company (for any reason) via a rollover.

No, a company can not refuse to give you your 401k. Companies may choose whether or not to provide 401k plans to their employees. They may also choose how they run these plans. Companies can also remove some money from your 401k account after you leave the company, though this only applies in specific scenarios.

How long can a company hold your 401k after you leave? A company can hold onto a former employee's 401(k) account for a limited time, typically between 30 to 90 days, before the account must either be cashed out or transferred to an individual retirement account (IRA) or a new employer's 401(k) plan.

While specific steps vary by provider, making the switch can generally be broken down into five steps. Transfer assets to the new 401(k) provider. ... Restate or amend your plan document. ... Select your investments. ... Freeze retirement account changes. ... Enroll employees.