Can You Trade Stocks Inside a Self-Directed IRA?

Can You Trade Stocks Inside a Self-Directed IRA?

If you invest in alternative assets through a Self-Directed IRA, real estate, cryptocurrency, private equity, you've probably had to maintain a…

Alternative Investment IRA Options for Diversification

If you are still holding only stocks, mutual funds, and ETFs inside your IRA, you are investing with one hand tied behind your back. Most…

You Could Have Bet on the Super Bowl with Your IRA, Potentially Tax-Free

You Could Have Bet on the Super Bowl with Your IRA, Potentially Tax-Free

For most Americans, the idea of putting a bet on the Super Bowl is associated with friendly wagers, office pools, or sportsbook apps. It is rarely,…

Why Family Offices and SDIRA Investors Are Embracing Alternative Investments

Why Family Offices and SDIRA Investors Are Embracing Alternative Investments

Over the past several years, there has been a clear shift in how investors think about building portfolios, protecting against inflation, and…

Promissory Note Checklist for a Self-Directed IRA

Promissory Note Checklist for a Self-Directed IRA

What Investors Need to Know Before Making a Private Loan with Retirement Funds Over the years, I have seen more and more Self-Directed IRA…

Investing in Collectibles with a Self-Directed IRA: What Investors Need to Know in 2026

Investing in Collectibles with a Self-Directed IRA: What Investors Need to Know in 2026

As alternative investments continue to expand beyond traditional stocks and bonds, more retirement investors are exploring unique asset classes,…

Invest in AI With an IRA: Why You’ll Likely Need a Self-Directed IRA (SDIRA)

Invest in AI With an IRA: Why You’ll Likely Need a Self-Directed IRA (SDIRA)

If you’ve ever thought, “I want to own the next OpenAI before everyone else,” you’re not alone. More investors are looking for ways to invest in AI…

Top Private Lending Platforms to Consider in 2026

Top Private Lending Platforms to Consider in 2026

Private lending is one of the fastest-growing alternative investments. It gives investors access to debt-based income opportunities outside the…

Top Startup Investing Platforms You Should Know About

Top Startup Investing Platforms You Should Know About

Investing in startups is no longer just for venture capital firms or the ultra-wealthy. Today, thanks to online platforms and self-directed…

FBAR and Tax Reporting for Self-Directed IRA Investors

FBAR and Tax Reporting for Self-Directed IRA Investors

What Every Self-Directed IRA Holder Should Know About Foreign Bank Accounts and Reporting Investing internationally with a Self-Directed IRA or a…

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