I have found that there is a wealth of information online in regards to a number of different benefits including the 401K. I feel that although there are many sites with great information, you will find a great overview of this benefit on the Wikipedia site.
Your employer should have their records electronically stored. The 401K is usually with a separate company anyhow. You will need to find out who sponsors your 401k and their contact information. Your employer will have access to this.
Generally information about your 401(k() is provided by your employer upon departure, and it is often advised that you roll-over your 401(k) to your new employer's plan or to an IRA. If you need to find out where your 401(k) is, the easiest way to find it is to contact your former employer's HR representative or benefits coordinator.
To find your 401k account registered under your name, contact your employer's human resources department or the financial institution managing your 401k plan. Provide your personal information and they can assist you in locating your account.
There are only 2 ways to find out that information without having to use the internet. A person can either visit their employer/soon to be employer OR a person can visit a bank and speak with someone who specializes in that area.
You can find information on ING's 401k plan at www.ingretirementplans.com.
You can read the Wikipedia article on 401k's here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/401%28k%29. But there really is no reason not to participate, especially if your employer matches your contributions. It's basically free money.
Check with your human resources department or the payroll department of your employer.
There are many places where someone can find more information about the 401k plan. The best place to find more information about the plan is at the Department of Labour.
i lost track of my 401k in 1997 and dont know the company that had the 401k plan
To find your 401k plan administrator, you can check your account statements, contact your employer's HR department, or review the plan documents provided to you when you enrolled in the plan.
To find your 401k plan administrator, you can check your account statements, contact your employer's HR department, or review the plan documents provided to you when you enrolled in the plan.
Some benefits of filing a 401k retirement plan include Internet based plans are available, it can permit hardship withdrawals and loans, not to mention the emploter can receive some tax benefits for contributions. You can find more benefit information here: http://www.401khelpcenter.com/401k_defined.html