Invest Your Account

Account holders at Directed IRA can invest their IRA in any asset allowed by law. This includes non-publicly traded investments such as real estate, private equity funds, venture & startups, crypto, precious metals, notes, and more.

Real Estate

Single Family, Multifamily, Commercial, Syndications, Land, Vacation Rentals, Build-to-Rent, Mobile Home Parks, Tax Liens & Deeds…

Checkbook IRA/LLC

Real Estate, Private Lending, Private Equity Investments, Small Business Ownership, Precious Metals, Crypto Trading…

 

Private Funds & PPMs

Real Estate Funds, Private Equity, Hedge, Venture Capital, Debt, Private REITs, Reg A Funds, Reg D Funds…
 

Crypto & Bitcoin

Bitcoin, Altcoins (e.g. ETH, SOL, XRP), Stablecoins (e.g. USDC, Tether)…

Promissory Notes & Private Lending

Real Estate-Backed Loans, Secured Promissory Notes, Peer-To-Peer Lending, Bridge Loans, Hard Money Loans, Unsecured Promissory Notes…

Venture & Startups

Tech Startups, Early-Stage, Seed Funding, Series A, B, Or C Funding Rounds, Biotech & Healthcare Startups, Crowdfunding…

Precious Metals

Gold (Bullion, Coins, Bars), Silver (Bullion, Coins, Bars), Storage in Depositories, Platinum & Palladium…

Mutual Funds, Stocks, ETFs

Index Funds, Actively Managed Mutual Funds, Dividend-Paying Stocks, Sector-Specific ETFs (e.g. Tech, Energy, Healthcare), International Stocks And Funds…

Other Alternative Assets

Oil & Gas, Livestock or Agricultural, Foreign Currency Trading (Forex), Timberland Investments…

Directed IRA does not sell or promote any investments, nor does it provide investment advice. The above list of investment options is not exhaustive and clients are responsible for conducting their own due diligence and ensuring compliance with IRS rules on prohibited transactions.

First time self-directing an IRA? Here's what to expect.

Finding an Investment

Self-directing your IRA lets you move beyond the limited options of traditional brokerage accounts, opening the door to a wide variety of asset classes. Explore what’s possible inside your IRA by checking out the resources below.

Investing Your Account

Ready to initiate an investment? Simply select the appropriate category from the options above. From there, you can access and complete any necessary paperwork to proceed with your investment.

Working With Our Team

Directed IRA has helped over 20,000 clients self-direct their IRAs—earning a reputation of the fastest investment processing times in the industry and 1,000+ 5-star reviews. We’re excited to help you take control of your retirement.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I invest one of my accounts at Directed IRA?

Once you’ve found an investment, select from the investment categories above to complete the required paperwork. Once your forms and any additional required documentation are submitted, our team will ensure that your transaction is processed quickly and accurately.

No, Directed IRA does not sell or promote investments of any kind. Directed IRA (Directed Trust Company) acts as a licensed and regulated custodian—providing self-directed accounts that grant the freedom of choosing and managing your own investments.

The best self-directed account type for you will depend on the nature of your investment and your financial goals. Consult with a tax or financial professional to determine whether a Traditional IRA, Roth IRA, Solo 401(k), or other account is most suited to your strategy. You can also book a new account call with our team if you need help getting started.

Directed IRA provides the tools and support to take full control of your retirement funds. Our team will streamline your investment process, ensure compliance with IRS rules, and deliver industry-leading processing times—making Directed IRA a simple and efficient platform to grow your portfolio. Directed IRA does not offer investments, does not offer investment advice, and does not endorse or conduct due diligence on any investment.

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