Waiting periods on 401(k) plans can be costly for workers

Many companies impose waiting periods of six months or more to join 401 plans - and those delays can end up costing workers tens of thousands of dollars in retirement savings.

http://www.boston.com/business/personal-finance/2013/03/30/waiting-periods-plans-can-costly-for-workers/li3HwrqoDLBszofN8kT9GM/story.html