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MOUNTAIN WEST IRA is one of the nation’s leading independent self-directed IRA and 401(k) administration companies, specializing in record keeping services for individuals and small business owners.
Mountain West IRA lets you take control of your retirement by letting you invest your IRA in what you know and understand best.
Mountain West IRA prides itself in offering self-directed retirement plans to clients nationwide, delivering the highest level of client service in the industry.
Gain new insights with access to unparalleled, on-demand education from webinars, how-to guides and live workshops.
We assure you that your personal information are perfectly confidential and safe with us!
Mountain West IRA allows you the freedom to invest in many types of assets that are not prohibited by the Treasury Department regulations and the Internal Revenue Service code.
Upon receiving all required documents, Mountain West IRA can process most transactions within 3 business days. To address urgent needs, we offer a 24-hour processing time expedited option, with a $95 fee.
Mountain West IRA is a self-directed IRA administrator that lets you invest retirement funds in alternative assets, real estate, promissory notes, private placements, precious metals, and cryptocurrency, all within a tax-advantaged account. Unlike traditional brokerages that limit you to stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, Mountain West IRA gives you the freedom to invest in what you know and understand best. Most transactions are processed within 3 business days, with an expedited 24-hour option available. Our team provides free educational resources, including webinars, how-to guides, and live workshops, to help you navigate IRS rules and prohibited transactions before you invest. Whether you're opening a Traditional IRA, Roth IRA, SEP, SIMPLE IRA, or Individual 401(k), Mountain West IRA serves as your record-keeper and administrator, not your financial advisor. You make the investment decisions, and we handle the paperwork and IRS reporting.
Founded by CEO Jon A. Galane in April of 2006, Mountain West IRA is one of the nation’s leading independent self-directed IRA and 401(k) administration companies, specializing in record keeping services for individuals and small business owners who desire to include non-traditional assets within their tax-deferred and tax-free portfolios. With our office in Idaho, Mountain West IRA prides itself in offering self-directed retirement plans to clients nationwide at the highest level of customer service in the industry.
Our goal is to assist you with your alternative asset purchases while paying little or no taxes. Building wealth can be difficult, but our knowledgeable staff is dedicated to serving as your primary source for financial education, enabling you to make informed self-directed asset purchasing decisions.
Schedule a free consultation with Mountain West IRA to discuss personalized retirement account solutions and allowable investments that align with your financial objectives.
Customize your ideal retirement plan with Mountain West IRA, leveraging their expertise to design a tailored investment strategy aligned with your unique financial aspirations.
Secure a prosperous future by building enduring retirement wealth through the diverse allowable investments available within a self-directed IRA.
Compare administrators on fee structure, supported asset types, processing turnaround, and available education. An administrator handles recordkeeping and IRS reporting. It does not select investments or give advice.
Read Full GuideTraditional, Roth, SEP, SIMPLE, Individual(k), and HSA can all be self-directed. Self-direction changes what the account can invest in, not the contribution limits, income phase-outs, or distribution rules.
Read Full GuideEstablish the account with your legal name, Social Security number, government-issued ID, and beneficiary designations. Most applications are submitted online and reviewed within a few business days.
Read Full GuideA transfer moves funds directly between two IRAs and is unlimited and non-reportable. A rollover moves funds from an employer plan. A contribution is new money, capped at $7,500 for 2026 ($8,600 at age 50+).
Read Full GuideReal estate, promissory notes, private placements, precious metals, and cryptocurrency are all permitted. The Internal Revenue Code prohibits only life insurance and collectibles, plus transactions with disqualified persons under IRC Section 4975.
Read Full GuideSubmit a buy direction letter and the underlying transaction documents. Every document is titled in the name of the IRA, not your name, and funds move directly from the IRA to the seller.
Read Full GuideAll income the asset produces, including rent, interest, dividends, and sale proceeds, returns to the IRA tax-deferred or tax-free. Each asset requires an annual fair market valuation for IRS Form 5498.
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Are you wanting to retire early? Get the chance to invest in a variety of alternative investments like real estate, precious metals and more through a self-directed IRA. Start building your wealth by investing in a much broader array of assets.
Meet with our team to explore your personalized journey of building wealth through investing in real estate, promissory notes, precious metals, and other alternative assets using your retirement funds.
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