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financing your real estate

Financing Your Real Estate Purchase

Real estate investing can be a lucrative opportunity, particularly as property values continue to rise. However, some may require upfront investments to secure property ownership. And while your self-directed IRA, Solo 401(k), or Health Savings Account may have grown, you may still find yourself short of the funds needed to purchase real estate outright. Ready to … Read More

social impact investing

Social Impact Investing with a Tax-Advantaged Plan

Today’s investors can not only invest in what they know but also in accordance with their conscience. Is there a company you’d like to support because of its positive impact on the community? What about an ETF that covers an industry you believe in? Thanks to self-directed investing, you’re not limited to publicly traded equities … Read More

cash-producing assets

Cash-Producing Investments in a Low-Yield Envir...

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken the global economy for a wild ride. To combat the crisis, the U.S. government implemented measures to mitigate damage, such as the CARES Act. At the same time, the Federal Reserve tapped its playbook for one of its favorite maneuvers: Lowering interest rates to create cheaper debt and keep the … Read More

solo 401(k)s

Better Understanding Solo 401(k)s

A Solo 401(k) can be a powerful tool in a self-directed investor’s tool belt. In terms of tax advantages, Solo 401(k)s offer the same benefits as the well-known employer-sponsored 401(k). However, the account holder must be a self-employed individual with no other employees. Ready to learn more about self-directed investing? Click here to browse and download our … Read More

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