IRA Financial’s Self-Directed IRAs give investors the freedom to move beyond traditional Wall Street portfolios and invest retirement funds into alternative assets like real estate, private equity, and cryptocurrency.
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Purchase and hold residential or commercial real estate, including rental properties, multifamily assets, and land, with the IRA as the owner of record.
Invest IRA funds into private companies, startups, and private equity transactions not available through brokerage IRAs.
Gain direct control over your IRA investments through an LLC structure, allowing you to move quickly on opportunities without custodian transaction delays.
Review pricing, account options, and setup details before you decide.
IRA Financial | Equity Trust | Columbia Private Trust | Madison Trust Company | |
Setup Fee | $0 | $50 | $0 | $50 |
Annual Fee | $495 | $750 | $750 | $800 |
Asset Value Fee | $0 | $0 | $600 | $0 |
Investment Fee | $0 | $0 | $1,000 | $200 |
Roth Conversion Fee | $0 | $0 | $150 | $100 |
1 Year Total Cost | $495 | $800 | $2,500 | $1,150 |
Trust Pilot Score | 4.8/5 | 2.2/5 | 3.2/5 | NA |
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Complete the form to receive a clear overview of Self-Directed IRA account options, pricing, funding methods, and next steps. You’ll also get access to educational resources to help you understand how self-directed investing works and what to expect.