In an industry as competitive as real estate investing, you’ve got to equip yourself with as many tools as you can to stay one step ahead of other investors. Staying on top of real estate market trends is always top-of-mind…
As a real estate professional, you want to make sure you give your investor clients the best strategy options for maximizing return on investment. Investing in a rental property with a self-directed retirement plan can be an incredibly powerful way…
Mortgage notes are one of the most popular asset choices for self-directed IRA investors. These real-estate-backed debt instruments can provide a good mix of principal security and consistent returns. Mortgage notes also offer diversification from the volatility of market-based investments.…
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One of the things we like best about a self-directed IRA or Solo 401(k) is the ability to invest locally. You can leverage your knowledge of neighborhoods and network of associates to identify opportunity. So how can you expand on…
Updated 1/25/2019 Flipping houses can be a very profitable activity. As a result, we speak with many investors each month wanting to use a self-directed IRA or Solo 401(k) for flipping houses. Unfortunately, this strategy often becomes undesirable due to…
If you are using your IRA or Solo 401(k) to invest in rental properties, you will appreciate the benefits of the smartphone app Centriq. This free program allows you to easily track various components and documents associated with a property…
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In our previous blog, 4 Rental Property Expenses to Expect, we talked about what kind of expenses to expect when you invest in a rental property with your self-directed IRA or Solo 401(k). Making thorough calculations before you decide to…
In October of last year, we noted that 2017 was a watershed year for Bitcoin and a handful of cryptocurrencies. As we roll into 2018, virtual currency assets are exploding in value, and the asset class continues to draw the…
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When your Self Directed IRA or Solo 401(k) owns rental property, regular property inspections are a critical piece of ensuring your investment’s long term success. Inspections help you keep tabs on the condition of the property over time, how a particular tenant…
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Periodically checking up on your Solo 401(k) plan will help ensure that everything is in order. The 5 following items are designed to keep you on track and organized with your retirement plan on an annual basis. Business / Plan…
