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The IRS Increases 2021 Contribution Limits to SEP IRAs and Solo 401(k)s for Business Owners
The IRS increased 2021 contribution limits for self-employed persons who contribute to a SEP IRA or Solo 401(k) from $57,000 to $58,000. For those 50 or older, there is also a $6,500 catch-up contribution amount allowing total contributions in 2021 of $64,500. The SEP...
Episode 4: How to Use an IRA/LLC or Checkbook IRA
Join mat and mark as they break down how to set up the perfect structure to partner you IRA with other accounts or other individuals and build a mega IRA account the checkbook LLC is a unique structure that many don’t understand.
Can I Use a SEP IRA If I Have Employees?
A SEP IRA is a powerful retirement account used by many self-employed persons and business owners. It is particularly attractive as you can contribute up to $56,000 into it annually. That’s in comparison to a Traditional IRA, where you can only contribute up to $6,000...
Episode 3: Self-Directing Your IRA, What are the Rules?
Tax attorneys Mat Sorensen and Mark Kohler break down the top 10 rules you should know when you self-direct your IRA and explain common structures, strategies, and IRS/legal issues self-directed IRA and solo(k) investors should know.
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