Getting Started with a Self-Directed IRA

About this episode

This episode covers the basics of self-directed IRAs and how to invest in alternative assets using retirement funds.

To begin investing in real estate, small business, crypto, precious metals, & other alternative assets with a self-directed IRA: https://directedira.com/appointment/ In this episode, I break down self-directed IRAs and how investors can use retirement funds to build wealth beyond traditional stocks and mutual funds. You’ll learn the basics of SDIRAs, the types of alternative assets you can invest in, key IRS rules to avoid costly mistakes, and strategies for using retirement accounts to i...

People in this episode

Hosts: Mat Sorensen, Mark Kohler

Topics covered

• self-directed IRA
• real estate investing
• alternative assets
• retirement funds
• IRS rules
• wealth building

Keywords

• self-directed IRA
• real estate
• crypto
• precious metals
• investing
• retirement accounts
• IRS rules

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Directed IRA

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