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#RI-6a7aaaae·5 months ago·
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Divide 401k in divorce

My ex offered to give me half of his 401k to pay debts

What I wish I knew
"How it affects my own 401k"
If I could tell you one thing
"Consider a joint account for debt repayment"
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6/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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