If your 401(k) advisor has fiduciary responsibility, it means that they are obligated to act not only in their own best interest and the interest of your employer funding the plan, but also in your own best interest. Fiduciaries are required to make decisions to ensure that your plan is as successful as possible.Fiduciary Duty Defined
401(k) Plan Administrator Fiduciary Responsibility FAQs
A 401(k) plan is a retirement plan offered by an employer designed to help employees save for retirement.
If your 401(k) advisor has fiduciary responsibility, it means that they are obligated to act not only in their own best interest but the interests of the employer funding the plan and employees participating as well.
With a Roth 401(k), taxes are paid as money is put into the retirement account. With a traditional 401(k), taxes are paid as money is taken out.
Alternatives to 401(k) plans include traditional IRAs, Roth IRAs, pension plans (if your employer offers one), and 403(b) retirement plans for employees of non-profit organizations.
Contributing to a 401(k) plan is traditionally done through an employer. Most employers automatically enroll you in a 401(k) that you may contribute to at your discretion. Self-employed workers may enroll in a 401(k) plan through an online broker.
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