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What Is a 401(a) Plan?

By Robin Hartill, CFP – Updated Aug 22, 2024 at 9:31AM

Key Points

  • 401(a) plans are employer-sponsored retirement accounts used by government and non-profit workers.
  • Participants must contribute a portion of their salary, with employer contributions also mandatory.
  • Withdrawals from 401(a) before age 59 1/2 incur a 10% penalty plus income taxes.
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