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This is an optional tax refund-related loan from Axos Bank™, Member FDIC; it is not your tax refund. Loans are offered in amounts of $500, $750, $1250 or $3000. Approval and loan amount based on expected refund amount, ID verification, eligibility criteria, and underwriting. If approved, funds will be loaded on a prepaid card and the loan amount will be deducted from your tax refund, reducing the amount paid directly to you. Tax returns may be e-filed without applying for this loan. Fees for other optional products or product features may apply. Limited time offer. Available at participating locations. Not offered in Puerto Rico. HRB Maine License No. FRA2. OBTP#B13696 See hrblock.com/refundadvance for details. ©2018 HRB Tax Group, Inc.

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Tax Information Center : Income : Retirement Income

Question

Is a 401K the same as a traditional IRA?

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The answer to your question: Is a 401K the same as a traditional IRA is no.

A 401K is a type of employer pension plan. An IRA is an individual retirement account. Both plans provide income in retirement. However, each plan is administered under different rules.