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On November 1, 2024, the IRS released Notice 2024-08 which outlines contribution limits and retirement account changes for 2025. These updates include cost of living adjustments to compensate for inflation. Here’s what you need to know: 401(k) Accounts For 401(k), as well as 403(b), and government 457 or TSP account (qualified plans) participants, the IRS … Read More
At New Direction Trust Company, the security of our clients’ accounts is our top priority. We are constantly taking measures to combat fraud, identity theft, and cybercrime to keep accounts secure, part of this effort includes limiting account access to only authorized individuals. Who could I grant access to my account? Up until recently, we … Read More
Year-end is a busy time, yet in our holiday preparations, we should not overlook tax year requirements. For self-directed investors, this could mean fair market valuations (FMVs) of their self-directed retirement accounts, which are due January 15th. Ready to submit your FMV? Log in to your Client Portal and follow the instructions below. What Are Fair … Read More
In 2022, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued a rule allowed under the Corporate Transparency Act (2021) that requires beneficial ownership information reporting for certain companies and entities. Beginning in 2024, companies and organizations that are not exempt must report their beneficial owners to FinCEN. Why was this rule issued? These new rules are … Read More
Beginning in 1998, the tax code allowed for a new type of retirement account called a Roth IRA. Senator Henry Roth proposed a new type of retirement account that would allow a taxpayer to pay income tax before making a retirement plan contribution, and in return the account could not only grow tax free (both … Read More
May 15, 2024 Effective July 1, 2024, New Direction will be updating the terms of its account agreement. The following is a brief overview of the changes going into effect. You can view the updated account agreements in full on our website. Relationship—specified who New Direction IRA, Inc. (Administrator) and New Direction Trust Company (Custodian) … Read More
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