IRA Financial Blog

For many Americans, Self-Directed IRA cost of living concerns are becoming more pressing as inflation and rising expenses increase financial strain. They have savings, but much of that wealth is locked inside retirement accounts.

With more Americans turning to alternative investments like real estate, private equity, cryptocurrency, startups, and precious metals, the search for a Self-Directed IRA custodian “near me” has never been more common.

For decades, venture capital was reserved for a very small circle of investors.

Prohibited Transactions in Self-Directed IRAs are a critical consideration for retirement investors using a Self-Directed IRA (SDIRA), which has become one of the most powerful tools available for those who want to move beyond Wall Street.

The Wall Street Journal recently highlighted a growing tension in retirement policy.

A Self-Directed Health Savings Account is an HSA that allows you to save for medical expenses and use your funds to invest without custodian consent.

Every so often, a financial “guru” or social media advisor makes a bold claim: “Don’t put your money in a 401(k) or IRA.

Investing in early-stage companies has long been one of the most powerful ways to build wealth.

Private equity investing has traditionally been associated with institutions and ultra-high-net-worth investors.

Understanding the requirements to open a Self-Directed IRA is the first step toward gaining full control over how your retirement dollars are invested.