With a self-directed IRA, you can invest in alternative assets that you may not be able to with a conventional IRA. These alternative assets include real estate and tax liens. Tax lien investments through a self-directed IRA are tax-deferred, so you can diversify your portfolio and retain tax advantages. Tax liens typically require just a […]
If you are looking to open a retirement account, you may be considering a SIMPLE IRA. To help you determine whether a SIMPLE IRA is right for you, we cover what it is, how it works, who may want to use it, why you may want to use it and how you can open this […]
A Savings Incentive Match Plan for Employees (SIMPLE) IRA is an individual retirement account set up for employees through smaller employers. Typically, these smaller employers have a maximum of 100 employees and do not offer any other retirement plan. If you are a small business owner looking for employee retirement plan options, you may be […]
You can save for a comfortable retirement by contributing to your 401(k) or IRA throughout your working life. The goal is to keep as much of your savings as possible when you reach retirement age. However, if you don’t take your required minimum distributions (RMDs), you may lose some of that money you’ve worked to […]
With an individual retirement account (IRA), you can save for your retirement while also saving on your taxes. If you are self-employed or simply looking to open another retirement account, you may want to consider a traditional or Roth IRA. Before you can decide which one is right for you, you must first understand what […]
Setting up a self-directed IRA is a great way to take control of your retirement funds by investing in assets like real estate, gold and other options. The IRS has outlined several rules regarding investing in an IRA or 401k, including the disqualified persons rule. In short, a disqualified person is anyone in a position […]
You’ve set up an IRA account — now it’s time to begin choosing investment assets. Real estate is among the most popular investment choices, and understanding the market can help you get more value from your investments. Continue reading for more information on the difference between a buyer’s and seller’s market and what that means […]
Real estate trends tend to fluctuate, especially in recent years. Trends in 2023 suggest a transitioning period with higher borrowing costs, increased cash flow and restructured capital stacks. What does real estate investment look like now as we continue navigating the new normal? Prepare for the year ahead by reviewing these current trends and top […]
The Secure 2.0 Act of 2022 is a massive piece of legislation that brings about sweeping changes to the retirement landscape in the United States, with many of these changes set to take effect in 2025. The five most significant alterations this act will bring to retirement accounts include: Raising the Age for Required Minimum […]
A 401(k) is an employer-sponsored retirement plan. Those who are self-employed can also open an individual or self-directed 401(k), a type of retirement account specifically designed to support businesses that employ only the owner, the owner’s spouse and business partners. If you have a 401(k), you may want to understand the relevant investment rules. 4 […]
One type of employer-sponsored retirement plan is a 401(k). Self-employed individuals can also open a self-directed 401(k) plan. If you have a 401(k) from a previous employer, you may be wondering what you can do with your account. What Can I Do With My 401(k) Plan From a Previous Employer? You have a few options […]
If you want to set up a self-directed IRA or you already have an account, you may be able to improve it for quicker investing and bill payment. You can make this happen without waiting for your custodian to direct your bills and investments with checkbook control. Checkbook control, also referred to as IRA LLC, […]
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