Real Estate Investments Via Crowdfunding and Self-Directed IRAs
Tuesday, March 29
At its core, crowdfunding is the collective effort of individuals to pool their money together to support any investment, activity, or cause. Although, by definition, crowdfunding is not a new phenomenon, what is distinguished in the current market is the ability to crowdfund for real estate.Crow...
2012 Real Estate Trends
Monday, February 25
Real estate enjoyed a strong year in 2012, and you can take advantage of this asset class in a tax-advantaged, self-directed IRA.Building PermitsOne leading indicator of the U.S. real estate market that surged in 2012 was building permits. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau indicated that 81...
Reasons to Include REITs in Retirement Portfolios
Tuesday, January 22
Whether your retirement is decades away or right around the corner, smart saving is necessary to ensure a comfortable transition into this chapter of life. Many self-directed IRA owners look to Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) as a way to accumulate the savings they need for a luxurious ...
Going Green - The Next Wave of Real Estate Investing
Monday, January 14
As the rising cost of fossil fuels continues to affect almost every aspect of our lives, many business sectors and industries are seeking savings through clean, green energy. The recent spike in oil prices as a result of turmoil in the Middle East, coupled with a weakening dollar, is hampering ou...
Real Estate Income in Retirement
Monday, January 07
There are many different ways you can support yourself in retirement, and one method is to own real estate that generates a steady stream of income.A lot of people are wary of investing in the stock market due to the volatility of the last few years, and the same individuals may be reluctant to p...
What Self-Directed IRA Real Estate Investing Can Do
Wednesday, January 02
The value of assets held by self-directed IRAs has risen sharply in the recent past, as investors have become increasingly drawn to alternative investing options.Self-Directed IRAsWhile most retirement accounts only provide you with the ability to purchase paper securities, such as stocks and b...