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 […]
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How a Self-Directed SEP IRA Changes Your Retirement Math
Getting the math on your side for retirement isn’t easy. Yes, it’s true that investing early is great for starting the magic of compounding returns. But what if you didn’t […]
How a Self-Directed IRA Can Support Long-Term Real Estate Wealth
Quick question: what kind of assets in your portfolio make you feel like you have wealth that can last a lifetime? Stocks and bonds are great, but some investors want […]
Why So Many Investors are Switching to a Self-Directed IRA
In the 20th century, retirement was simple. Find a job and work there as long as possible. You’d get a steady 401(k) contribution, maybe a pension, and you were set […]
The Comprehensive Investor’s Guide to Private Lending in a Self-Directed IRA Part 2
Structuring a Private Lending Loan the Right Way A strong loan structure begins with clean documentation. The promissory note should outline at least three fundamental issues: The timeline of repayment […]
The Comprehensive Investor’s Guide to Private Lending in a Self-Directed IRA Part 1
The key to retirement is simple: the money you saved by working…needs to start working for you. For many investors, that might mean putting Self-Directed IRA investments into real estate, […]
Self-Directed IRA vs. Brokerage IRA: Which One Actually Gives You More Wealth in Retirement?
We’re all trying to make our money stretch as much as possible. Maybe you’re growing your retirement nest egg. Maybe you just want to save a little—and hope it compounds […]
What Makes a Solo 401(k) Appealing for Self-Employed Investors
What are four syllables that make every investor fill with peace of mind? 401(k). The plan alone is enough to give you more confidence because it means you’re taking advantage […]
What a Self-Directed IRA Is and Why Investors Choose It Part 2
How to Set Up, Fund, and Manage a Self-Directed IRA the Right Way Now let’s imagine you’re with American IRA. You’ve decided to take the wheel. You like the idea […]
What a Self-Directed IRA Is and Why Investors Choose It Part 1
There’s something deliciously powerful about having a hand in your own financial future. For many people, that sense of control starts with understanding where their retirement money goes and how […]