Investing with a Self Directed IRA can be a great alternative to investing with conventional IRAs. Conventional IRAs are very limited on the types of investments allowed. Typically conventional IRAs are only allowed to invest in stocks and bonds. The options are much brighter through a self-directed IRA. You can invest in many other things […]
Category: Self-Directed IRA
Take Control Of Your Retirement With A Self Directed IRA
Retirement can be a scary word, idea and stage of life. Part of the reason that is can be so intimidating is that there are so many different types of retirement accounts, companies and things to be aware of. While this can very much be the case for you and your retirement you do not […]
Don’t Be Fooled By Storing Your IRA Metals Offshore
We routinely get asked about storing metals for your IRA offshore. Our position is no, we store them here in the U.S. under our direct control. We have a number of clients that report that other IRA administrators and metals vendors peddle a service whereby you can store your metals in Canada or Switzerland. This […]
HOW DOES THE REAL ESTATE PROCESS CHANGE WHEN USING AN IRA
HOW DOES THE REAL ESTATE PROCESS CHANGE WHEN USING AN IRA The most popular self-directed investment is real estate, often called a self directed ira real estate. Real estate is a great way to not only build a real estate portfolio but also take advantage of profits being tax deferred in the self-directed IRA. No […]
Self-Directed IRA Rules – Self-Dealing
There are many benefits that come with self-directed IRA accounts. Namely tax advantages and the ability to invest in non-traditional investments with your retirement accounts. In order to fully maximize the benefits that come from self-directed retirement accounts, you must follow the self-directed IRA rules and 401k rules. One rule to remember that can be […]
Self-Directed IRA Rules – Indirect Benefit
Investing in a Self-Directed IRA is a great alternative to investing in traditional investments such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Through a Self-Directed IRA, you can invest in more non-traditional investments such as real estate, private placements, gold and silver, loans, and other hard assets. Many individuals shy away from investing in Self-Directed IRAs […]
Private Placements Investing inside of an IRA
Investing through a Self-Directed IRA is a great alternative strategy to diversifying your investment portfolio. Through a self-directed IRA, you can invest in multiple investments, including real estate, physical gold and silver, private placements, loans, and other non-traditional investment vehicles. One investment vehicle that could have a big payout is private placements. In short, a […]
2014 and Your Self Directed IRA
A self directed IRA allows you to invest in non-traditional investments. There are a few things that you must do in order to take full advantage of your self directed IRA. One of the most important and easiest things you can do is to make sure you know the following dates and if they apply […]
MAKE SELF-DIRECTING YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION
You don’t have to start your resolution on January 1st, but you should start your resolution with the intent of following thorough. According to StatisticBrain.com, 34% of people make money related resolutions. How many times have you thought about taking control of your financial future? About having more money in your retirement? Well, the beginning […]
Self Directed IRA Rules
It may seem daunting and too difficult to understand and maintain a Self Directed IRA. You probably think that there are too many rules and issues that you don’t know that will get you in trouble or you think it is a better option to stay with a regular IRA at a brokerage company because […]
Self Directed IRA Rules & FAQs
Commonly asked Self Directed IRA questions Q. What is a self directed IRA? A. A Self Directed IRA is an IRA, whether it be a Traditional, Roth, Simple, or SEP, that allows you to invest in non traditional invesments. This includes Real Estate, tax liens, gold and silver, loans, private placements, and other hard assets […]
Who are we?
I commonly get asked about who is Accuplan Benefits Services and American Estate & Trust, LC. I thought it would be good to briefly explain who we are and what relationship between the two companies. Accuplan Benefits Services is not an IRA custodian. They are a facilitator (administrator) of IRA accounts. Accuplan Benefits Services answers […]