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Can I take early withdrawals from my 401(k)?

There are often penalties attached to taking early withdrawals from retirement accounts, but there are also some exceptions. One exception to the 401 (k) early withdrawal penalty is known as the rule of 55, and it can allow you to take distributions from your 401 (k) or 403 (b) without having to pay a penalty. To use the rule of 55, you’ll need to:

Can I withdraw from my 401(k) if I'm 55?

This is where the rule of 55 comes in. If you turn 55 (or older) during the calendar year you lose or leave your job, you can begin taking distributions from your 401 (k) without paying the early withdrawal penalty. However, you must still pay taxes on your withdrawals.

What if I take an early withdrawal from a 401(k) or 403(b)?

If you take an early withdrawal from a 401 (k) or 403 (b) before age 59 1/2 you will generally have to pay a 10% early withdrawal penalty.

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