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    Sep 27, 2010, 04:09 PM
    Options trading and your 401k
    Can I use options to grow and protect my 401k
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    Sep 27, 2010, 04:11 PM

    Can I use options trading to grow and protect my 401k
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    Sep 27, 2010, 04:27 PM

    No, because a 401(k) is managed by a 3rd party administrator. Investment vehicles are chosen by the company.

    You can, however, use a self directed IRA and use any investment vehicle you want.
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