2017 is likely to be considered the watershed year for cryptocurrencies, which have become an exceedingly hot investment asset class. Since the creation of Bitcoin in 2009 it has largely been an obscure interest of an exclusively tech-savvy audience. This…
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As we have discussed in many recent articles, the opportunity to flip houses is strong in many markets. Factors related to the economy, demand from millennial home buyers and lagging new construction indicate this trend will continue even as many…
When your self-directed IRA or Solo 401(k) plan owns investment real estate, you of course want to have insurance to protect your plan from risk. The difference between insurance and the right insurance can be significant, however, so making sure…
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A self-directed IRA is a great way to boost your retirement savings. Investing in in real estate, mortgage notes, or private placements can require significant capital, however. As such, most investors start a self-directed IRA or Solo 401(k) with a…
During the last few years, investing in crowdfunding opportunities has become a popular way for self-directed IRA and Solo 401(k) holders to put money to work. The concept of crowdfunding – or raising capital for a venture by securing small…
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Rental property and private mortgages are some of the most popular investments for Self-Directed IRA and Solo 401(k) plans. As we speak with several hundreds of investors each month and participate in online investor forums, we are frequently asked which…
Effective July 1st, 2017, we have moved our headquarters to Boulder, Colorado. This more central location allows us to better serve our clients in all 50 states and all 5 US time zones. The relocation also facilitates some exciting strategic…
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*This blog post is the second and final article in our two part series. You can read the first article here. Our first article of the series “Which Self-Directed Retirement Plan is Best for Me” addressed overviews of two plans,…
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Rental property can be an excellent investment option for your self-directed IRA or Solo 401(k) plan since real estate is a solid asset not subject to the whims of the news cycle, and it can produce consistent year-over-year returns for…
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One of the principal benefits of self-directed IRA and Solo 401(k) accounts is their flexibility, which allows for investments in diverse asset classes. With this added flexibility, however, comes added responsibility. It is important to understand IRS guidelines for the…
