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RetirePro Daily Brief · September 29, 2026
Review IRA and 401(k) Beneficiaries After Life Events
When you name a beneficiary on your IRA or 401(k), that form overrides anything in your will. This means your ex-spouse could inherit the account if you forget to update after divorce. Check the forms after marriage, divorce, or the birth of a child to keep your wishes current.
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