How Does Inflation Affect a Self-Directed IRA?
Tuesday, December 23
It’s a scary feeling when your income stays the same, but your bills creep up. Groceries? More expensive. Gas? Up and up. Even a simple night out feels heavier on the wallet. That’s inflation. And while it’s a normal part of any economy, it can have a real impact on your retirement savings, espec...
Using a Self-Directed IRA to Build Steady Income with Private Lending
Friday, December 19
There’s a certain comfort in knowing your investments can produce steady, reliable income. And why not? Income you can rely on is the name of the retirement investing game. That’s one reason private lending can be such a popular choice for Self-Directed IRA investors. The basic idea: instead of ...
Can You Mix Real Estate and Precious Metals in One Self-Directed IRA?
Wednesday, December 10
Real estate builds wealth you can see. Gold protects wealth you’ve already built. But together, can they create something even stronger? Maybe, but it all depends on your strategy. The good news is, a Self-Directed IRA makes mixing assets easy—that is, if you know how to set it up the right way. ...
The Role of Precious Metals in a Self-Directed IRA Portfolio
Monday, November 24
Own gold in your retirement portfolio? Then you’ve had an awesome 2025. While starting the year at around two and a half thousand dollars per troy ounce, gold hit all-time highs well above the $4,000 mark this year. For Self-Directed IRA investors who believe in the stability of precious metals a...
The Complete Guide to Using a Self-Directed IRA for Real Estate
Thursday, November 20
Nothing says “retirement property” like something you can see from the curb. Real estate has a tangible quality to it that Self-Directed IRA holders love. But how does it work? How can you start investing in real estate? Let’s get a little clearer about what the process looks like. Understanding...
Using a Self-Directed IRA to Invest in Rental Properties
Saturday, November 01
There’s nothing abstract about a rental property. You can walk through it. You can see the roof, the kitchen, and the front door. And when the rent checks come in, you know exactly where that money came from. Inside a Self-Directed IRA, that same rent can grow without an immediate tax bill eating...