Carl Meyer, age 56, terminated his employment with his corporate employer because he wanted to begin a second career as a freelance photographer. If Carl withdraws funds from his employer-sponsored qualified plan, he will pay the 10% premature withdrawal penalty. Carl Meyer, age 56, terminated his employment with his corporate employer because he wanted to begin a second career as a freelance photographer. If Carl withdraws funds from his employer-sponsored qualified plan, he will pay the 10% premature withdrawal penalty