Self-Directing a Roth IRA

Self-Directing a Roth IRA

What is a Roth IRA? A Roth IRA is a savings vehicle designed to motivate us to save for retirement. You might be asking yourself, how are we motivated to save for retirement with a single account”? The Answer = TAX BENEFITS! A Roth IRA receives taxed contributions, so...
IRA/LLCs – IRA Ownership of LLCs

IRA/LLCs – IRA Ownership of LLCs

My article on IRA/LLCs for self-directed IRA investors was published by the California Lawyers Association, Section on Business Law, eBulletin. In the article, I outline the benefits of an IRA/LLC, how to properly set up an IRA/LLC, how the documents need to be...
Self-Directed IRA Versus Solo 401(k)

Self-Directed IRA Versus Solo 401(k)

Many self-directed investors have the option of choosing between a self-directed IRA or a self-directed solo 401k. Both accounts can be self-directed so that you can invest in any investment allowed by law such as real estate, LLCs, precious metals, or private company...