Not following the rules for self-directed IRAs could lead to the disqualification of the IRA and result in severe tax consequences.
Discover what investments your IRA cannot make pursuant to IRS guidelines.
Your IRA may not buy an investment from or sell an investment to a “disqualified person.”
Learn more about “disqualified persons.”
The purpose of the IRA is to provide for your retirement in the future. It is considered to be an “indirect benefit” if your IRA is engaged in transactions that, in some way, can benefit you personally today.
Learn more about “indirect benefits.”
Learn how and when your IRA incurs tax because of leveraged investments or business income, and how to deal with the situation.
To receive funds from your self-directed IRA without penalty, you must reach the age of 59 ½
Traditional IRA, SEP, SIMPLE, and Solo 401(k) account holders must begin taking required minimum distributions (RMD) from their accounts beginning April 1st of the following year after reaching age 70 ½.