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 the potential…
In last month's blog, we discussed using existing retirement savings to capitalize your own business venture with a Business Funding IRA. When you will have personal involvement in the business, that program provides an IRS compliant means of retirement funding…
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…
Each day we speak with dozens of investors looking to put their retirement plan to work in real estate with the aim of producing better results for their financial future. With a self-directed IRA LLC or Solo 401(k) plan, diversifying…
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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…
When considering real estate as an investment for your self-directed IRA LLC or Solo 401(k) plan, proper due diligence is key to achieving solid returns. The concept sounds simple and obvious, but is often overlooked or executed without proper thoroughness. …
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If you have an IRA LLC, it's important to routinely check your account, update your information, communicate with your IRA custodian, and be aware of annual responsibilities. The following 5 items will allow you to protect yourself against identity theft…
