Last Minute IRA Contributions in a Self-Directed IRA
Recently, the IRS allowed an extra month for tax filers to get their taxes done in 2021, extending the typical deadline from April to May in 2021. What kinds of […]
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What Precious Metals are Allowed Within a Self-Directed IRA?
If you are familiar with the concept of a Self-Directed IRA, then you already know that some people use these accounts to invest in precious metals. Some people call them […]
Why Do Some Investors Use a Self-Directed SEP IRA?
The SEP IRA, or Simplified Employee Pension plan IRA, is essentially a way for employers to put aside money for their employee’s retirement. Think of it as an easy way […]
What Does Paperwork Look Like Within a Self-Directed IRA?
Paperwork. Unless you have a slightly odd passion for it, it is likely not your favorite phrase in the world. And yet for many of us, paperwork is essential. It […]
Catch-Up Rules for Self-Directed IRAs
In the world of retirement investing, it is always better to start earlier. Doing so allows you to take advantage of compounding returns, which is a fancy way of saying […]
What Can Investors Do with a Self-Directed CESA?
As a parent, there may be nothing you do that is more important than invest in the education of your child. But not every parent knows how to maximize their […]
Rules to Follow in the Self-Directed Real Estate IRA
A recent article in Forbes highlighted the different assets investors can own through a Self-Directed IRA: cryptocurrency, precious metals like gold and silver, startups, tax liens, and even foreign currencies. […]
Little-Known Rules for Investing in Precious Metals with a Self-Directed IRA
The concept is simple: by holding an alternative asset class like precious metals in a retirement account, investors can hedge against other assets, such as stocks and bonds. But is […]
What are the Unique Rules of the Self-Directed Solo 401(k)?
Many of us are familiar with the concept of a 401(k). It is a retirement plan that we typically get through an employer—and that employer often offers matching on our […]
Is a Self-Directed Roth IRA Too Flexible for Its Own Good?
Most retirement investors enjoy flexibility. With a Self-Directed Roth IRA, for example, many investors enjoy the idea that the money they put into that account can then grow tax-free. Because […]