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Directed IRA Podcast

The #1 podcast on self-directing your
IRAs and taking control of your retirementâ„¢

Directed IRA Podcast Overview

Join our hosts, seasoned tax lawyers Mat Sorensen and Mark Kohler, co-founders of Directed IRA & Directed Trust Company, as they navigate the intricate landscape of strategies, investments, legal structures, tax rules, and potential pitfalls for investors in the realm of self-directed retirement accounts.

What is a Self-Directed IRA?
Getting Started (Episode 1:)

Ep.117 – Everything You Need to Know About the Backdoor Roth IRA in 2024

Ep.117 – Everything You Need to Know About the Backdoor Roth IRA in 2024

Mat and Mark delve into the strategic approach of establishing and funding Roth IRAs for high-income earners through the innovative ‘back door’ Roth IRA contribution method. Often, high-income individuals assume they are ineligible for Roth IRA contributions due to their earnings or participation in a company 401k plan. Discover how the ‘back door’ method offers a viable solution to unlock the benefits of Roth IRAs for individuals in this financial bracket.

Ep.116 – Your Questions: Roth Conversions and Backdoor Roth IRA

Ep.116 – Your Questions: Roth Conversions and Backdoor Roth IRA

Mat and our Executive Director Nate discuss the intricacies of Roth conversions and contributions, addressing questions related to traditional IRA to Roth IRA conversions, the nuances of the five-year rule, considerations for investment opportunities, and rules governing multi-member IRA LLCs.

Ep.115 – Year-End Retirement Account Tips and Tricks

Ep.115 – Year-End Retirement Account Tips and Tricks

Join Mat and Mark as they discuss end of year Tax Strategies, Retirement Insights & More! From retirement account considerations to last-minute wealth-building insights, discover the secrets the wealthy use to maximize their earnings before the year wraps up.

Ep.114  – Don’t Do This With Your Self-Directed IRA

Ep.114 – Don’t Do This With Your Self-Directed IRA

Mark and Mat provide a comprehensive breakdown of what NOT to do. From common mistakes to lesser-known pitfalls, we’ve got you covered!

Join us as we unravel the confusing bits and provide tips to safeguard your retirement funds.

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