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questions today so you have no regrets tomorrow.”
1. Before making a final decision, weigh this option
against the other four – taking a lump sum, staying in
the plan, or rolling to an IRA or annuity.
2. Call your Benefits department to find out if you can take
a distribution directly from your plan.
3. If yes, ask about options and restrictions, and what steps
need to be taken.
4. You also may want to consult with your Benefits department
or a financial professional to help determine the amount of
each distribution. You need to be careful, especially if your
employer-sponsored plan is your main source of income, that
regular withdrawals do not deplete your savings too quickly.
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