401k Rollover to Self-Directed IRA

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tgeorge
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401k Rollover to Self-Directed IRA

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Is anyone aware of any US-based (or Canadian or offshore) discount brokers that will allow a non-resident alien living in Canada top open an account?

While I've not called everyone, many of the brokers with Canadian operations require that I contact their Canadian arm due to my Canadian residency. However, the Canadian operators do not offer an IRA product.

Anyone with specific thoughts? Thanks in advance...
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Post by Mark T Serbinski CA CPA »

Current SEC regulations require that you use a broker in your country of residence.



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Post by nelsona »

Whan leaving US, it is very important that one ESTABLISH their IRA/401(k) account <b>while STILL LIVING IN US</b>.

After that, most US firms will continue to deal with you (and Cdn regulators allow it -- SEC does NOT prohibit this).

The problem is getting such an account started AFTER leaving is difficult.

A good practice is to have an IRA set up already, and then rollover your 401(k) to that firm when you leave your company.


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