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James Sclimmer Shares Key Insight for Real Estate Investors Evaluating Properties
Our SVP, Real Estate Growth Officer shares why patience, discipline, and looking beyond the asking price can be important when evaluating potential investment properties in an article published by Redfin.
Investors using Equity Trust IRAs contributed 67% of total funds in Because Coffee’s capital raise.
Our Director of Education sat down with Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench of BiggerPockets to discuss potential tax advantages and other topics around real estate in a self-directed IRA.
Universal IRA aims to eliminate the need for investors to manage multiple self-directed portfolios to access alternatives.
The American Heart Association’s Greater Cleveland Heart Walk raises critical funds for research and overall health and well-being.
From Investopedia: “Equity Trust has forged the right combination of experience, investment capabilities, and customer focus to stand out as the best overall SDIRA company.”
John appeared on Lou Diamond’s podcast to discuss this powerful wealth-building tool.
John Bowens joined the podcast to talk through the details of using an IRA to invest in real estate.
Smart Business magazine recognized George Sullivan among the region’s top leadership for a second straight year.
Our Director, Head of Education and Investor Success discusses the basics of self-directed IRAs.
John spoke with Marco Santarelli about how investors snowball their IRA balances with real estate and other investments.
Bowens and Desich talked about the pros and cons of this wealth-building strategy with Robert Kiyosaki, bestselling author of “Rich Dad Poor Dad,” as well as Kim Kiyosaki and Tom Wheelwright.
“The best IRA companies make it easy to open an account and start saving for retirement,” the article says. Of the seven companies listed, Equity Trust is the lone self-directed IRA custodian.
CEO George Sullivan joined the Smart Business Dealmakers Podcast to discuss the potential advantages to alternative assets – not just during turbulent times, but in any market.
Equity Trust Company CEO George Sullivan shares in Crain’s Cleveland Business why investors should consider adding private investing to their portfolios.
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James Sclimmer Shares Key Insight for Real Estate Investors Evaluating Properties
Our SVP, Real Estate Growth Officer shares why patience, discipline, and looking beyond the asking price can be important when evaluating potential investment properties in an article published by Redfin.
Investors using Equity Trust IRAs contributed 67% of total funds in Because Coffee’s capital raise.
Our Director of Education sat down with Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench of BiggerPockets to discuss potential tax advantages and other topics around real estate in a self-directed IRA.
Universal IRA aims to eliminate the need for investors to manage multiple self-directed portfolios to access alternatives.
The American Heart Association’s Greater Cleveland Heart Walk raises critical funds for research and overall health and well-being.
From Investopedia: “Equity Trust has forged the right combination of experience, investment capabilities, and customer focus to stand out as the best overall SDIRA company.”
John appeared on Lou Diamond’s podcast to discuss this powerful wealth-building tool.
John Bowens joined the podcast to talk through the details of using an IRA to invest in real estate.
Smart Business magazine recognized George Sullivan among the region’s top leadership for a second straight year.
Our Director, Head of Education and Investor Success discusses the basics of self-directed IRAs.
John spoke with Marco Santarelli about how investors snowball their IRA balances with real estate and other investments.
Bowens and Desich talked about the pros and cons of this wealth-building strategy with Robert Kiyosaki, bestselling author of “Rich Dad Poor Dad,” as well as Kim Kiyosaki and Tom Wheelwright.
“The best IRA companies make it easy to open an account and start saving for retirement,” the article says. Of the seven companies listed, Equity Trust is the lone self-directed IRA custodian.
CEO George Sullivan joined the Smart Business Dealmakers Podcast to discuss the potential advantages to alternative assets – not just during turbulent times, but in any market.
Equity Trust Company CEO George Sullivan shares in Crain’s Cleveland Business why investors should consider adding private investing to their portfolios.
Equity Trust may be featured in news published by third party media that are not affiliated with Equity Trust Company. Opinions or ideas expressed by third party media, their affiliates, and employees are not necessarily those of Equity Trust Company nor do they reflect their views or endorsement. This material is for educational and informational purposes only. Equity Trust Company and their affiliates, representatives and officers do not provide legal or tax advice. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal
Keep up with the latest news about Equity Trust and discover more about us.
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