1. Dividing Roth vs. Traditional 401(k) Accounts
Like many modern retirement plans, the Friendly Dodge-chrysler-jeep, Inc.. Profit Sharing 401(k) Plan may include both traditional (pre-tax) and Roth (after-tax) deferrals. These must be divided carefully in a QDRO:
- Traditional 401(k) portions will be fully taxable to the recipient upon distribution.
- Roth 401(k) holdings carry different tax treatment and must be segregated appropriately in the order.
The QDRO should specify if the division is pro-rata by account type or based on dollar values.

