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What is a Self-Directed IRA? (Video)
In today’s video, Emily Egan, Client Support Specialist at Madison Trust Company, teaches us all about the basics of the Self-Directed IRA and how you can use it as a tool to invest in your retirement! What is a self-directed IRA? A Self-Directed IRA is like any other retirement account. You contribute funds, choose assets, […]
Read MoreCan a Commercial Property be Converted into a Multifamily?
One of the most intuitive investments for a Self Directed IRA is a small multifamily property. The smaller size makes it affordable, the 3-4 units provide a nice amount of rental income, and generally the property requires little more than standard landlord management. However, these kinds of properties are not always so easy to find. What may be available is a vacant commercial property. Would that work […]
Read MoreInvesting in Life Sciences Real Estate With a Self Directed IRA
As you explore investing your Self Directed IRA in real estate, you will see the same kind of assets pop up again and again. These include rental units, rehabs, and small commercial properties. However, real estate is in no way limited to these types. There is great variety in the real estate world, and with some careful asset planning, you can invest […]
Read MoreInvesting in a REIT with a Self Directed IRA
What is a REIT? A REIT – Real Estate Investment Trust – is simply a company that invests in real estate. It appeals to investors who like real estate as an asset, but don’t want to get involved with the actual purchase or management. The REIT handles all the technical and administrative details, while the investor supplies funding. REITs come […]
Read MoreEmployee Spotlight: John Inglese, Operations Associate
Meet John Inglese, one of Madison Trust’s Operations Associates. John joined the team a little over a year ago and has since been an integral part of the documents team. At the office, John is known as a “jack of all trades”; he is always willing to help anyone when needed and is involved in […]
Read MoreInflation, Self Directed IRAs, and Real Estate Investing
What is Inflation? Everybody has a rough idea of what inflation looks like. Prices go up, your money starts becoming increasingly less valuable, and it becomes harder to buy standard necessities. In reality, this is surprisingly close to the official Federal Reserve definition: “Inflation is the increase in the prices of goods and services over time. Inflation cannot be measured […]
Read More2020 Census Data and Real Estate Investing
What is the most important thing to look for in an investment property? Thousands of classes, experts, and even cartoons have hypnotized us with the mantra: location, location, location. However, that just begs the question. What exactly is it about a specific location that will be indicative of investment success? This is an important question for Self Directed IRA investors. Most private retirement investors can only get into a few […]
Read More5 Mistakes To Avoid When Choosing an Investment Property
A rental property is one of the most popular investments for a Self Directed IRA. However, these kinds of properties come with a unique set of challenges. On the one hand they tend to be a smaller asset and share a lot in common with buying a private home. On the other, they are income producing and investment oriented, and thus have a lot in […]
Read MoreWhat Investors Need To Know About Investing In Hedge Funds
About Professor Kevin R. Mirabile, C.P.A, D.P.S.: Following last week, we are happy to share the second part of our interview with Dr. Kevin R. Mirabile, C.P.A., D.P.S. Dr. Mirabile received his B.S. in Accounting from S.U.N.Y Albany in 1983, M.S. in Banking and Finance from Boston University in 2008, and a doctorate in Finance […]
Read MoreAn Introduction to SPACs
One of the newest assets to hit the investment markets is known as a SPAC, or Special Purpose Acquisition Company. SPACs are generating excitement both amongst regular investors, as well as those using Self Directed IRAs. Let’s take a dive into the world of SPACs and get educated about this unique asset. SPACs – The Basics A SPAC […]
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