Traditional vs. Roth 401(k) Accounts
Many 401(k) plans, including the Uplift Home Care Services 401(k) Plan, offer traditional (pre-tax) and Roth (after-tax) investment options. It’s important to determine which portion of the account you’re entitled to — and divide each correctly in the QDRO.
- Traditional 401(k): Distributions will be taxable to the alternate payee unless rolled into another retirement account.
- Roth 401(k): Distributions may be tax-free if qualified. However, Roth accounts must be clearly separated in the QDRO.
We make sure to isolate and allocate each account type separately in your QDRO, so you don’t end up paying unexpected taxes down the road.

