Why is a Self-Directed Roth IRA So Great
You’ve seen financial gurus like Dave Ramsey tout its strengths. But when it comes to holding a Roth IRA, what specifically about this account is so special? And how does […]
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What You Need to Know Before a Self-Directed IRA for Tax Liens
Is there a way to generate consistent income into a retirement portfolio without having to worry about rent or repairs? There is, and you may not have heard of it: […]
Self-Directed IRA Investing in Promissory Notes Explained
An “IOU.” Ever heard of it? Maybe not a legally binding document, but when you get down to it, a lot of investments end up being a simple matter of […]
How Much Can You Contribute to a Self-Directed IRA Each Year?
It’s a simple question. How much can you contribute to a Self-Directed IRA each year? The answer…is a little more complicated. To answer that, we first have to clarify one […]
How Does Owning Physical Gold in a Self-Directed IRA Actually Work?
Gold had a banner year in 2025. Investors, naturally, are wondering how to get more of the precious metals into their retirement portfolio. And although it’s not hard to imagine […]
What Does a Self-Directed IRA Administrator Help You With?
If you’re interested in Self-Directed IRAs, you probably already know the selling points. You want more freedom. You want the ability to direct what your retirement account is invested in, […]
What are the Common Mistakes Investors Make with Self-Directed IRAs
You have a Self-Directed IRA, and you’re happy. Things are going well. You know you can invest in assets like real estate and private notes, separating you from the beaten […]
Rules for Buying Property in a Self-Directed IRA
Property in a Self-Directed IRA is one of the key alternative asset classes for lots of investors. But getting that property into your IRA still flummoxes a lot of us. […]
Is a Self-Directed IRA Tax Deductible?
If you’ve heard the phrase “Self-Directed IRA” and think it’s another type of IRA—like a Roth, or a Traditional—then you’re mistaken. The phrase “self-direction” actually refers to how you approach […]
How a Self-Directed IRA Fits Investors Who Like to Be Hands-On
Being hands-on with retirement isn’t always easy. If you work with a brokerage or through an employer-sponsored plan, there are only so many choices you have. But what if you […]