Diversify Your Retirement with Private Equity Using a Self‑Directed IRA
Private placement investments through a Self‑Directed IRA help you build long-term retirement wealth by tapping into exclusive opportunities beyond Wall Street.
- Access exclusive, high-upside investments not available in public markets
- Invest in private businesses, startups, hedge funds, real estate partnerships, and more
- Grow your investments tax-deferred or tax-free, depending on account type
- Avoid UBTI (Unrelated Business Taxable Income)
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What is Private Equity Investing?
A private placement is an investment opportunity that is not available to the general public. It is only offered to a selected group of people, typically high net worth individuals or institutional investors. This type of investment generally offers a higher rate of return than what is available to the average investor.
Private placements are usually reserved for companies with a long-standing reputation and proven track record. This implies that securities offered through the private placement market carry less risk than those available to retail investors through crowdfunding platforms.
Self-Directed Retirement Accounts to Invest in Private Equity
The #1 Self-Directed Retirement Company
IRA Financial, founded in 2010, is a leading provider of self-directed retirement plans and dedicated to helping individuals and business owners invest freely and retire confidently.
Why IRA Financial?
- Over $5 billion in retirement assets under custody
- 25,000+ clients across all 50 states
- 97% client retention rate
- IRS-compliant platform designed for self-directed investors
- Expert support from highly trained specialists
Open Your Self‑Directed IRA Account in 3 Easy Steps
01
See if You Prequalify
Submit the form at the top of this page and apply online.
02
Fund Your Account
Make a contribution or transfer from another IRA account.
03
Choose Your Investments
Pick from any number of alternative asset investments.
See What Our Clients Have to Say
I've looked at all of the participants in this space and IRA Financial was the clear choice. They were the easiest to work with, answered all my questions and concerns prior to me taking the steps to open the account. The process is straight forward and there are no surprises. My investments in Real Estate have been largely successful. IRA Financial is professional, has great support, and put the customer in the driver's seat.
I decided to open a Self-Directed IRA because I wanted to invest in real estate projects. Also, having control of my money was a big motivating factor as well. Being able to decide where and when to invest has been very successful for me. All the real estate projects I have selected have been solid investments. I have recommended IRA Financial to friends and family.
I have been a client of IRA Financial for several years and I really love them. I've worked with other companies, and they just were not as easy to work with. I appreciate being able to get somebody on the phone and getting help with taxes. Just everything has been so easy to work with. I have, and do, recommend them to anyone thinking about self-directed investing.
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