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Can former employers withhold money from your 401(k) when you’re laid off?

Can former employers withhold money from your 401(k) when you’re laid off?
MarketWatch Friday 17 July 2026, 14:00 UTC By Dan Moisand 1 min read
Key Points

There are two main ways to move money from your workplace retirement plan when you leave your job.

There are two main ways to move money from your workplace retirement plan when you leave your job. One can cost you.
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