A self-directed IRA opens the door to investments far beyond traditional stocks and bonds, from real estate to precious metals and private equity. But with greater freedom comes stricter IRS rules, ...

As we begin 2025, it’s an ideal time to revisit your tax and retirement planning strategies. One way to start the year on a positive note is by setting yourself up today to benefit from the tax breaks ...

Small business owners looking to offer competitive retirement plans should consider self-directed SIMPLE IRAs. Plans like these provide greater investment flexibility than traditional options, making ...

As I have shared in the past, real estate is one of the most popular alternative assets allowed in self-directed IRAs. There is one aspect of real estate investment that people may not realize they ...

A gold IRA is a self-directed retirement account that allows investors to hold physical gold and other precious metals. These accounts are often used to diversify a portfolio or as a hedge against ...

Stephen Twomey has released a new informative resource exploring how private placements function within a self-directed IRA, the rules governing their use, and the potential benefits accredited ...

"The IRS rules dictate that self-storage gold does not qualify as an individual retirement account and will not qualify for ...

More investors are shaking off Wall Street's rigidity to explore unconventional retirement holdings such as cryptocurrencies, private startups, and even livestock. At the center are self‑directed ...