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Can you designate a beneficiary for a 401k?

For 401(k) or pension plans, your spouse must be the primary beneficiary unless spousal consent is given to the naming of another beneficiary. You can assign someone else such as a child or other family member but it will require your spouse to sign away rights to be the primary beneficiary.

What is beneficiary form?

The beneficiary designation forms allow you to name primary and secondary beneficiaries. Your \u201cprimary beneficiaries\u201d are the first people or entities that you want to receive your benefit after you die.

What is a beneficiary designation form?

The beneficiary designation forms allow you to name primary and secondary beneficiaries. Your \u201cprimary beneficiaries\u201d are the first people or entities that you want to receive your benefit after you die.

What are primary and secondary beneficiaries?

Your primary beneficiary is first in line to receive your death benefit. If the primary beneficiary dies before you, a secondary or contingent beneficiary is the next in line. Some people also designate a final beneficiary in the event the primary and secondary beneficiaries die before they do.

Why is a beneficiary form important?

If you contribute to a retirement account or own a life insurance policy, you're probably aware of beneficiary designations. Beneficiaries are a form of estate planning and ensure that your assets are transferred to the right person, people, or entity, upon your death.

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