Transferring funds from your 401(k) to an individual retirement account (IRA ... plan administrator and request a direct transfer, emphasizing that you want a transfer — not a check written ...

You should be able to roll over your 401(k) into a Roth IRA, but be prepared to pay taxes when you make the transition. When you withdraw funds, they won't be taxed.

The retirement savings you have accumulated in a tax-deferred 401(k) or individual retirement account ... on your retirement savings in the year you transfer your money from the traditional ...