Important Age Milestones for Anyone Planning an IRA Retirement
As you build a retirement plan, you are going to realize one thing: even with a Self-Directed IRA and the independence it affords you, you are still restricted to one […]
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What Should You Tell People Who Don’t Understand the Self-Directed IRA?
In choosing a Self-Directed IRA to guide your retirement future, you may notice that not everyone is on board. Given that only about 1% of IRAs are Self-Directed—if that—you may […]
Where to Place Your Self-Directed IRA Priorities
Owning a Self-Directed IRA often means that you value freedom and flexibility when it comes to your retirement priorities. But where should you place your Self-Directed IRA priorities? When you […]
Understanding the Essentials of a Self-Directed Checkbook IRA
What is a Self-Directed Checkbook IRA, and why do some retirement investors need to have control over a checkbook of an LLC? It all comes down to how the Self-Directed […]
Self-Directed IRAs and Separating Facts from Myths
If you have only heard about Self-Directed IRAs and never looked into them yourself, you should not be surprised to find that there are some myths that pervade. After all, […]
What to Look for in the Ideal Retirement City with a Real Estate IRA
When you retire, it’s not just about the money you have—it’s about the money you have to spend. Using a Self-Directed Real Estate IRA (i.e., a Self-Directed IRA which you […]
When Do I Have to Start Taking Distributions from My Self-Directed IRA?
You scrimp and save and put aside as much money for retirement as possible. If you have done it correctly, you should have plenty stowed away in an account like […]
What Should I Do if I’ve Gone Over my Contribution Limit for an IRA?
You are detailed about the way you approach your retirement accounts. You are fastidious about savings. But it happens to the best of us—you make a mistake. In this case, […]
What Happens to Your Retirement if the Stock Market Crashes?
One of the most critical questions retirement investors have to face is what to do if the stock market crashes. That’s because that many retirement investors don’t only rely on […]
What You Need to Know About a Self-Directed CESA Before Investing
Saving enough money for college is one of the top challenge’s parents face. According to one survey, over one-third of parents even listed it as their primary concern. But there […]