Directed IRA Podcast

Join Mark and Mat as they answer your difficult Self-Directed retirement plan questions. Mark and Mat dive deep into all of your questions on Self Directing your Roth IRA, 401(k), Traditional IRA, Coverdale, HSA, and more. To submit your questions, listen, search for prior episodes, or sign up for their Weekly Free Newsletter, visit https://directedira.com/podcast . For questions or to learn more...

The Coverdell ESA - or Educational Savings Account - is one of the best options to save for college expenses tax-free. Like a Roth IRA or Health Savings Account any investments inside the ESA will grow tax-free, and come out tax-free, but only for any qualified education expense.  In this episode, Mark and Mat cover all things Coverdell ESA from the origin and history to the many benefits a Coverd...

Yes, your IRA can own real estate. From the rental down the street, to a flip in another city, to a short-term vacation rental - these are all investments you can own with a Self-Directed IRA at Directed IRA. Mat and Mark break down the rules and structures for these common investments. If you would like to learn more or would like to start your Self-Directed retirement account, visit https://dire...

Mat and Mark cover how to move your money from an old IRA and 401(k) to a Self-Directed Account. They cover some game-changing strategies including the In-Kind Rollover strategy, which will help you maximize the returns in your retirement.  If you would like to learn more or would like to start your Self-Directed retirement account, visit https://directedira.com/  For questions or to learn more ab...

Partnering in your IRA and other retirement accounts can be a powerful strategy that can open the doors to high-yielding investments. But, buyer beware, there are some unique rules that come with these types of partnerships. Mat and Mark break down all the rules to help you stay up to date with these industry-leading strategies. Take control of your retirement by investing in what you know. Learn...

Join Mark and Mat as they answer your difficult Self-Directed retirement plan questions. Mark and Mat dive deep into all of your questions on Self Directing your Roth IRA, 401(k), Traditional IRA, Coverdale, HSA, and more. To submit your questions, listen, search for prior episodes, or sign up for their Weekly Free Newsletter, visit https://directedira.com/podcast . For questions or to learn more...

Roth IRAs and Roth 401(k)s grow and come out tax-free at retirement. Mark and Mat outline the steps to get to Roth (it's for high-income earners too) from traditional IRA or 401(ks) and cover the sweet spots to keep the tax burden low when converting to Roth. Learn more at https://directedira.com/ For questions or to learn more about this episode's topic, book a call with an IRA speciali...

Mark and mat explain the two taxes That can apply to your IRA or other retirement accounts. These taxes, unrelated business income tax "UBIT" and Unrelated Debt-Financed Income Tax "UDFI" are the two taxes that can apply to your retirement account. Mat and Mark Explain how they apply and the strategies on how to minimize or avoid them. Learn more at https://directedira.com/ For...

Mat and Mark outline how you can invest in Bitcoin and other Cryptocurrency with an IRA or 401k. They go over the three strategies available which can all be accomplished at Directed IRA. 1. Having your IRA directly own a crypto trading account at Gemini through our special strategic relationship (no IRA/LLC required). 2. Using an IRA/LLC where the LLC bank checking account is linked to a wallet/e...

Special webinar episode hosted by Mat Sorensen & Aaron Halderman with Special Guest Chris Loeffler. Learn more at https://directedira.com/podcast/ Self-Directed Investing in Private Stock & Real Estate • From the chair of a market participant, a seasoned investor, and an experienced sponsor we will explore the following: • Why are investors seeking alternatives to traditional stocks and bo...

Join Mark and Mat as they answer your difficult Self-Directed retirement plan questions. Mark and Mat dive deep into all of your questions on Self Directing your Roth IRA, 401(k), Traditional IRA, Coverdale, HSA, and more. To submit your questions, listen, search for prior episodes, or sign up for their Weekly Free Newsletter, visit https://directedira.com/podcast . For questions or to learn more...

Join Mark and Mat as they discuss all the variables for the best tax, legal, and family planning situation when it comes to inheriting an IRA or 401k. New rules went into effect recently on your options when inheriting an IRA or 401k. The Directed IRA podcast is an educational resource provided by Directed IRA & Directed Trust Company https://directedira.com/ For questions or to learn more abo...

Mark and Mat go over the top ten items you should consider when making an investment. Whether using a self-directed IRA or other funds, these ten items or more (we may go over ten) are critical to consider when investing in real estate, a private company, a private fund, or when loaning money to someone else. Learn more at MainStreetbusiness.com or https://directedira.com/podcast/   This was a co-...

Mark and Mat talk about where a Roth could be a player in the GameStop mix and why and how you could use your Roth. They also break down the transactions that are fueling this investment frenzy and give important tax savings advice for the next time this happens.  Learn more about Self-Directing your retirement at https://directedira.com/ For questions or to learn more about this episode's to...

Mat, Mark, and special guest Aaron Halderman, SVP Directed IRA and publisher of the Noteworthy Newsletter discuss private lending basics with an IRA or solo(k). They go over secured versus unsecured, documents involved (note, deed of trust or mortgage), common terms/rates, legal considerations, how Dodd-Frank applies, and the basic self-directed rules and process when making lending investments fr...

Tax lawyers Mat Sorensen and Mark Kohler explain how you can own Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies with a self-directed IRA. They outline the legal and tax issues when buying outside an IRA and how a retirement account such as a self-directed Roth IRA can be tax efficient. They outline the process of rolling over funds to a self-directed IRA, investing them into an LLC  (IRA/LLC) and linking the...

Your IRA or solo(k) can start and fund a small business. Tax lawyers and co-founders of Directed IRA, Mat Sorensen and Mark Kohler cover the three common strategies small business owners should know when looking to start a small business with their retirement account funds. They cover using an IRA/LLC, utilizing a solo(k) or other 401(k) with a participant loan, and the Rollover on Business Start-...

Join Mark and Mat as they answer your difficult Self-Directed retirement plan questions. Mark and Mat dive deep into all of your questions on Self Directing your Roth IRA, 401(k), Traditional IRA, Coverdale, HSA, and more. To submit your questions, listen, search for prior episodes, or sign up for their Weekly Free Newsletter, visit https://directedira.com/podcast . For questions or to learn more...

Tax attorneys Mat Sorensen and Mark Kohler outline how self-directed IRAs and solo 401(k)s can invest into private funds and small businesses. Private funds include private equity funds, venture capital funds, real estate funds, crowd funding offerings, and all sorts of PPMs (private placement memorandums). Mat and Mark give examples of recent Directed IRA customers investments into private funds....

Tax attorneys and hosts Mat Sorensen and Mark Kohler explain how your self-directed IRA or solo 401(k) can invest in real estate. Mat and Mark explain the process, rules, steps, and common real estate deals and investments made by self-directed investors (rentals, fix and flip, partnerships, wholesale/options). For questions or to learn more about this episode's topic, book a call with an IRA...

Join mat and mark as they break down how to set up the perfect structure to partner you IRA with other accounts or other individuals and build a mega IRA account the checkbook LLC is a unique structure that many don't understand. For questions or to learn more about this episode's topic, book a call with an IRA specialist here: https://directedira.com/appointment/ Other : Mat Sorensen: h...

Tax attorneys Mat Sorensen and Mark Kohler break down the top 10 rules you should know when you self-direct your IRA and explain common structures, strategies, and IRS/legal issues self-directed IRA and solo(k) investors should know. These rules include the prohibited transaction rules, unrelated business income tax (UBIT), documentation requirements, and the investment process. For questions or t...

Hosts and Tax Lawyers Mat Sorensen and Mark Kohler go into detail about all the investment options available when Self Directing a Retirement account. These include real estate (rental and flip), IRA/LLCs (aka checkbook control IRAs), LP and LLCs, private small business, loans and notes, cryptocurrency, and precious metals. Mat and Mark both self-direct their own retirement accounts and co-founded...

Hosts and Tax Lawyers Mat Sorensen and Mark Kohler answer the most common questions about self-directed IRAs (SDIRA) and explain the account set-up and transfer process. They also explain common permissible assets for SDIRAs such as real estate, LLCs, notes, private funds, IRA/LLCs (aka, checkbook IRAs), start-ups, pre-IPO stock. They introduce the rules every investor should know before they self...