Self Directed IRA

A Self-Directed IRA is a retirement account that grants investors the freedom to choose from a wide range of alternative investments, including real estate, private equity, precious metals, and more, providing greater control over their retirement portfolio.

Forms and Documents

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SEP Starter Kit
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Self Directed IRAs Made Easy
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Self-Directed IRA Investment Process
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Traditional IRA Starter Kit

Blog Articles

Unlocking the Hidden Potential: Why Self-Storage Units are the Lucrative Allowable Investment for Your Self-Directed IRA

Though we live in an increasingly mobile society, many Americans still haven’t adopted the desire to downsize their possessions to fit this transient lifestyle.

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Self Directed IRA Investment Ideas: Bed and Breakfast

Even in a sluggish economy, bed-and-breakfasts are a popular choice for tourists seeking lodging off the beaten path.

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Visualize your Future: The Surprising Tool That Boosts Retirement Planning and IRA Savings

Ever wonder what you’ll see in the mirror in another 10 or 20 years? This service of having your image aged is now available online and offline.

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7 Tips For New Investors

While self-directed IRAs offer a wealth of investment possibilities, getting started with investing can be a daunting task for new investors.

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Benefits of a Self-Directed IRA LLC

To maximize your allowable IRA investments, it is essential to have a retirement plan that allows you to select your own alternative IRA investments.

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Self Directed IRAs and Real Estate Investments

Although the options are nearly unlimited when investing in real estate with a self directed IRA, it is extremely important to understand and follow the IRS guidelines to avoid hefty penalties for violations.

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Benefits Of Self-Directed Checkbook IRA

To maximize your allowable IRA investments, it is essential to have a retirement plan that allows you to select your own alternative IRA investments.

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Using Leverage To Purchase Real Estate

Over time, real estate investments have afforded many people the powerful combination of appreciation and income.

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Using Self-Directed IRA To Purchase Property

When investing in real estate with a self-directed IRA, there are a few rules the account holder needs to be aware of so they don’t get penalized.

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Rolling Over Your Defined Benefit Plan

A defined benefit plan promises a specified monthly benefit at retirement.

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Investing Your Self Direct IRA In A Start Up Business

Many people dream of starting small businesses or starting a new venture but fear using traditional small business financing or taking out loans with high interest rates.

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What You Need to Know About UBIT-UDFI

Self-directed IRAs are a great way to save for retirement by investing in assets such as real estate, first trust deeds, precious metals, private equity investments, private stock, and private LLCs/LPs.

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Alt Assets 101 - Why Alternative Assets

Let’s get the obvious question out of the way first. What is an alternative investment?

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RISE Act Will Drastically Impact Self-Directed IRAs

Most people are interested in saving money for retirement.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there a lot of people who have self-directed IRA accounts?

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Can I consolidate my IRA accounts?

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How do I open a self-directed IRA?

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How long does it take to establish an IRA?

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I own a small business. Can I offer a self-directed IRA to my employees?

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What are required minimum distributions (RMD)?

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What are the fees and costs involved with my self-directed IRA?

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What are the potential benefits of a self-directed IRA?

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What is a self-directed IRA vs a regular IRA?

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What types of IRAs can be self-directed?

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Why do I need an administrator like Mountain West IRA?

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