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Promissory Notes – Understanding Loan to Value
If you are considering investing in promissory notes, you’ll want to understand the loan-to-value ratio or LTV. But what is LTV? What is it…
Why Promissory Notes Are Becoming More Popular With Investors
For self-directed investors, promissory notes provide an opportunity for a dependable cash flow without the fluctuating returns of stock investments, which makes them an…
What Percentage of Your Retirement Should You invest in a Self-Directed IRA?
“What’s the best retirement portfolio mix?” For every investment advisor you ask, you will get a different answer. That’s because every investor has a…
Do You Need to be a High Net Worth Individual to Invest in a Self-Directed IRA?
One of the greatest benefits of a self-directed IRA is the ease of accessibility for individuals at nearly any income level. Whether you are…
The Biggest Problem With Self-Directed IRAs is That Very Few People Know They Exist
While traditional IRAs have been a well-known retirement strategy for working professionals for decades, self-directed IRAs have only started to gain favor in recent…
Can You Still Use a Financial Advisor if You Own a Self-Directed IRA?
When it comes to understanding self-directed IRA pros and cons, a specific industry, or investment opportunity, financial advisors have a wealth of knowledge from…
Common Pitfalls of Funding Your LLC Through Your IRA
In our, “What is a Checkbook IRA?” article, we talked about how a self-directed IRA holds ownership interest in the LLC. While it is…
Using Your IRA to Invest in an LLC
If you’re transitioning employment and looking for a smart way to use the retirement account you’ve been investing in, you might consider using a…
What is a Checkbook IRA?
In the world of self-directed investing, the subject of checkbook IRA is one which causes some confusion among investors. What is it? How does…
How a Checkbook IRA Gives Investors Faster Access to Funds
A Checkbook IRA offers self-directed investors the opportunity to make multiple investments while maintaining complete control of their assets. In addition to quick investment…
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