The Trump Tax Proposal and Your Self-Directed IRA
We’re just over 100 days into the Trump Administration, and we now have the basic outlines of the tax reform proposal generated by the Trump White House Staff and Treasury […]
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Turnkey Single Family Home Investing Using Your Self-Directed IRA
One of the great things about the Self-Directed IRA concept is its flexibility. Take real estate investing: As an asset class, real estate is a proven wealth builder over the […]
The Perfect Time to Buy Rentals for Your Self-Directed IRA
It’s commonly said that the only way to consistently make (mostly) passive money long term is through the stock market. But anyone who’s ever bought a rental property knows this […]
Top 5 Rookie Landlord Mistakes Real Estate IRA Owners Make
Most of the time, real estate investing works out extremely well for long-term Real Estate IRA investors. But there are still some traps and pitfalls – particularly for investors who […]
7 Due Diligence Tips for Real Estate IRA Investors
The difference between a successful Real Estate IRA investor and a not-so-successful one often comes down to due diligence. The investor who understands what goes into valuing a property, to […]
The Hidden Secondary Annuity Market – Structured Settlements in a Self-Directed IRA
Do you know anyone who has a stream of payments coming from a reliable source but who needs a lump sum now? These can be lottery payments, assignable pensions, judgments […]
Can I Invest in Classic Cars In My Self-Directed IRA?
From time to time, someone asks if they can use their Self-Directed IRA to invest in classic or collectible automobiles and hot rods. There’s no doubt that a well-cared for […]
Getting Started in a Self-Directed IRA – Leaving Your Job?
Are you planning on leaving your job? Most people who’ve held down a position at the same company for a while have a good-sized sum of money tucked away in […]
Self-Directed IRA Corner – Maximizing Your Financial Legacy
Under normal circumstances, it is reasonably tax-efficient for you and your spouse to pass on as much as you can in the form of an IRA or Self-Directed IRA – […]
How a Self-Directed IRA Can Make you a “Richer” Retiree
How do you define rich? How do you define wealthy? The numbers add up differently to every investor, but one common answer is that everyone wants to feel financially secure. […]