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Is a Rollover into an IRA the Right Move for You as a Americold Realty Trust Employee?

Healthcare Provider Update: Healthcare Provider for Americold Realty Trust: Americold Realty Trust does not directly list a specific healthcare provider within the available data. However, it typically offers employee health benefits through common providers affiliated with its health plans. Employees are encouraged to review their benefits package for pertinent details regarding insurance networks and available healthcare providers. Healthcare Cost Increases in 2026: As Americold Realty Trust prepares for 2026, employees should brace for significant increases in healthcare costs. Premiums on Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace plans are anticipated to surge, with some states projecting hikes of over 60%. The expiration of enhanced federal subsidies, coupled with rising medical costs and aggressive rate increases from major insurers, may result in employees facing out-of-pocket premiums increasing by over 75%. Understanding these changes will be vital for Americold employees to manage their financial planning effectively in the coming year. Click here to learn more

Choosing an IRA rollover means that your money remains tax-advantaged and capable of growth, as in a Americold Realty Trust-sponsored plan. You may also gain more investment options than what may have been available in your Americold Realty Trust-sponsored plan. You may also gain oversight of managing these important retirement assets from your trusted Advisor.

If you roll your retirement plan assets over into an IRA account that you already own through your Advisor, you also receive the benefit of combined statements and holistic investment planning, making it easier to track your overall financial situation.

'Receive the benefit of combined statements and holistic investment planning, making it easier to track your overall financial situation.'

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Some of the benefits of rolling your money into an IRA include:

Tax-deferred growth potential: This generally avoids current income tax and distribution penalties when removed from a Americold Realty Trust-sponsored retirement plan.

More investment choices: This allows for additional contributions, if eligible. IRAs can be combined and handled by one provider, thereby reducing trustee costs and consolidating statements. Protection from creditors in federal bankruptcy proceedings. The combined amount of your required minimum distributions (RMDs) can be taken from any of your Traditional, SEP or SIMPLE IRAs.

However, there are also some important considerations that Americold Realty Trust should make before rolling over their money into an IRA, these include:

Internal management fees might be higher than in a Americold Realty Trust-sponsored retirement plan.
Fees and expenses depend largely on the investments you choose.
Loans from an IRA are not allowed.
Early distributions may be subject to a 10% IRS tax penalty in addition to income tax.
RMDs begin April 1 following the year you reach 70½ and annually thereafter; leaving the money in the former Fortune-500 plan may allow RMDs to be delayed until separation from service.
IRAs are subject to state laws governing malpractice, divorce, creditors (outside of bankruptcy), and other lawsuits; leaving the money in the former Americold Realty Trust-plan may provide additional protection against creditors.
Net unrealized appreciation (NUA) is the difference between what you paid for employer securities and their increased value. You lose favorable tax treatment of NUA if the funds are rolled into an IRA.

Hopefully, these insights will be helpful as you plan your retirement from Americold Realty Trust.

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What type of retirement savings plan does Americold Realty Trust offer to its employees?

Americold Realty Trust offers a 401(k) retirement savings plan to its employees.

Does Americold Realty Trust match employee contributions to the 401(k) plan?

Yes, Americold Realty Trust provides a matching contribution to employee 401(k) plan contributions, subject to certain limits.

What is the eligibility requirement for employees to participate in Americold Realty Trust's 401(k) plan?

Employees of Americold Realty Trust are typically eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan after completing a specified period of service.

Can employees of Americold Realty Trust choose how their 401(k) contributions are invested?

Yes, employees of Americold Realty Trust can choose from a variety of investment options for their 401(k) contributions.

What is the maximum contribution limit for the Americold Realty Trust 401(k) plan?

The maximum contribution limit for the Americold Realty Trust 401(k) plan is subject to IRS limits, which may change annually.

Does Americold Realty Trust allow for catch-up contributions in its 401(k) plan?

Yes, Americold Realty Trust allows employees aged 50 and older to make catch-up contributions to their 401(k) plan.

What happens to my 401(k) balance if I leave Americold Realty Trust?

If you leave Americold Realty Trust, you can choose to roll over your 401(k) balance to another retirement account, cash it out, or leave it in the Americold Realty Trust plan if permitted.

Are loans available against the 401(k) plan at Americold Realty Trust?

Yes, Americold Realty Trust allows eligible employees to take loans against their 401(k) balance under certain conditions.

How often can employees change their contribution amounts to the Americold Realty Trust 401(k) plan?

Employees of Americold Realty Trust can typically change their contribution amounts at any time, subject to plan rules.

Is there a vesting schedule for the employer match in the Americold Realty Trust 401(k) plan?

Yes, Americold Realty Trust has a vesting schedule for the employer match, which means employees must work for a certain period to fully own the matched funds.

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In 2024, Americold Realty Trust announced a restructuring plan that includes a reduction in workforce and changes to its pension plan. The company aims to streamline operations and cut costs amid a challenging economic environment.

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For more information you can reach the plan administrator for Americold Realty Trust at 10 Glenlake Parkway, Suite 800, Atlanta, GA 30328; or by calling them at (770) 418-9288.