A self-directed IRA account is such a great addition to retirement investing. With the ability to invest in non-traditional investments you can get a better diversified retirement portfolio with a self-directed IRA account. When getting a self-directed IRA account one of the most important decisions you will make is the deciding on the custodian (company) […]
Category: Self-Directed IRA
Shaky January Might Equal Shaky Year. Diversify With A Self-Directed IRA.
We are sure seeing a shaky start to the stock market this new year. I heard something on a news station the other night that talked about the January Effect. The simple explanation of the January Effect is, “as goes January, so goes the year.” In other words, the performance of January is a good […]
IS THIS YOUR YEAR TO TAKE CONTROL?
The market is dropping as oil dips to $50 a barrel. Monday we had a drop of over 330 points. Tuesday the drop was around 130 points. Popular news stations are predicting more falls and slides (see articles below). I’m not saying the stock market is a bad place to invest your money, but why should […]
Easy Investment – Cell Towers and Billboards
Did you know your Self-Directed IRA can invest in Cell Towers & Billboards Cell towers are an excellent investment for your self-directed IRA because 1) It’s easy for a first-time investor. 2) More than one company can pay your IRA monthly rent. 3) A company pays rent, so the income is more reliable and timely than […]
Being Diversified Is Important For Your Retirement Accounts
Financial planners, retirement educators, fund managers and the like love talking about diversification. We at Accuplan are no stranger to the diversification debate and in fact we like to sound our horn just like all the other financial planners who tout that you need to diversify your investments and retirement investments. We thought no perfect […]
Your Self-Directed IRA Will Benefit If You Invest At The Right Time
When I go to the supermarket I buy many of the same items. I find myself sticking to the same types of foods and products. One thing I love that I find myself buying over and over again is fruits and veggies. I also find myself eating the same ones over and over again but […]
Start Saving For Retirement Today!
You have heard it time and time again and today will be no different. We wanted this to be a bit more targeted to those in their 20’s and 30’s but it can apply to anyone regardless of your age. Start saving for retirement now!!! The fact is that most 20 or 30 year old’s […]
Diversify Your Retirement Portfolio Through Self Directed IRA Investing
One of the biggest benefits that comes through a self directed IRA is that you can choose the types of investments that you want in your retirement account. In general, you can invest in just about anything as long as it passes the rules provided by the IRS. We have talked about these rules time […]
Important Self Directed IRA Rules You Need To Know
Retirement investing can be much more fun when you are in charge of your own retirement. One of the best thing about taking control of your own retirement is that you can decide what your retirement is invested in. You don't have to have only stocks and bonds. You also don't need to take control […]
ACCT HOLDER CAN SIGN PROP MGMT AGREEMENTS
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT GUIDELINES FOR A SELF-DIRECTED IRA ACCOUNT This document provides guidance on how to set up property management agreements for a property owned by a self-directed IRA account. 1. Document Titling – The agreement should be between the property management company (“The Company”), and American Estate & Trust FBO . Please note that […]
Self Directed IRA’s For Dummies Book Cover
Thinking about your retirement can be very overwhelming. In fact, it can be so overwhelming to you that you can’t imagine figuring it out by yourself. There are many reasons planning for retirement is so stressful. It can be because of your current situation, the fact that you don’t know where to start or even […]
Self Directed Accounts For Individuals and Small Business
Are you looking to create the best retirement possible? If so, you are not alone. There are so many things that go into a great retirement but one of the major aspects to a great retirement is a great retirement account. The most popular retirement accounts to help you create that dream retirement are an […]