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Freshly Retired? 7 Ways to Manage Holiday Spendings

December 13, 2022 · Retirement Life
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Borrowing from your 401(k)/Considering holiday loans

Also, watch out for that 401(k)! It’s never a good idea to borrow from your retirement account, as it will slow down your investment journey, and you might end up with unnecessary costs.

Various retirement accounts have a “hardship withdrawal”, even if, technically, holiday expenses shouldn’t fall under this category. You might be able to get a 10% early withdrawal, but also taxes. You should ask your financial professional before proceeding, as it might affect your long-term investment goals.

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