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Podcast

A show dedicated to educating and informing self-directed IRA and 401(k) investors on strategies, investments, legal structures, tax rules, and pitfalls. Hosted by tax lawyers Mat Sorensen and Mark Kohler who are also co-founders of Directed IRA & Directed Trust Company.

Articles

Articles written on the subject of how you can self-direct your IRA. Read from the industry thought leaders and other contributors. Learn more about Directed IRA and how we help you take control of your retirement.

Videos

Watch multiple educational videos on how to self-direct your IRAs and solo 401(k)s. Learn the strategies that our clients have implemented to save for their retirement and invest in what they know.

FREE Quick Start Guides

Read the latest quick start guides on how to get started in the different investment types. Real Estate, IRA/LLC, Cryptocurrency, and many others. These are the most comprehensive guides in the industry.

Latest

Ep.135 – Crowdfunding Real Estate: Inside a Self-Directed IRA or 401K

Today, we’re recording with Jamison Manwaring, co-founder of Neighborhood Ventures. We’ll discuss self-directed IRAs and real estate, leveraging IRAs and 401Ks for investments, and Neighborhood Ventures’ unique opportunities.

Avoid The 5 Most Common Roth IRA Conversion Mistakes

Learn key strategies for Roth conversions, avoid tax pitfalls, and maximize your retirement savings with Directed IRA’s expert advice.

Ep.134 – Avoid THESE 5 Roth IRA Conversion Mistakes

In today’s video, I break down 5 common mistakes I see people make with Roth IRAs. Avoid these mistakes, or you’ll lose out on more money in retirement.

Ep.133 – The Benefits of Kids Roth IRAs and Teaching Financial Literacy

Join us in learning the benefits of Kids Roth IRAs and teaching children financial literacy through savings and investment. Discover why Kids Roth IRAs are ideal for college savings and retirement, the importance of earned income, and how to get started. We’ll provide practical tips and real-life examples to build a solid financial foundation.