
Opening a Self-Directed IRA And Understanding Prohibited Transactions
About this episode
For the full video webinar visit: https://directedira.com/opening-a-self-directed-ira/
For more details on prohibited transactions download the Self-Directed IRA Handbook (look for chapters 4, 5, 6, and 7): https://directedira.com/the-self-directed-ira-handbook/
Most Self-Directed IRA investors worry about choosing the right asset, but the real danger is accidentally breaking an IRS rule you didn’t even know existed. Watch Mat Sorensen (CEO, Directed IRA) and Lindsay Mersino (Executive Director of Operations) host a brand-new session that breaks these rules down clearly, simply, and with real examples you won’t find anywhere else.
You’ll Learn
- What a Self-Directed IRA can invest in
- The three investments IRAs cannot hold
- How IRS prohibited transaction rules actually work and the real mistakes that cause penalties
- Who counts as a “disqualified person” and why this matters for every deal you structure
- The three types of prohibited transactions
- Deal examples that stay compliant vs. deals that disqualify an IRA
- How to safely structure alternative investments through your SDIRA
Why Directed IRA?
At Directed IRA, we’ve helped thousands of investors put over $3 billion into real estate, private funds, notes, and more, all inside tax-advantaged retirement accounts. Our team of experts and streamlined platform make it easy to invest with confidence.
For questions or to learn more about this episode's topic, book a call with an IRA specialist here: https://directedira.com/appointment/
Interested in learning more about alternative investments? Join us this year at the Alternative Asset Summit October 22 & 23, where you'll hear from industry experts and connect with like-minded investors exploring new ways to build wealth: https://altassetsummit.com/
Other:
Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.com
Mark J. Kohler: https://markjkohler.com/
KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.com
Main Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com
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