Avoid These Mistakes That Could Derail Your Retirement Strategy
A Self-Directed IRA (SDIRA) gives you the freedom to invest in real estate, crypto, precious metals, and more at a tax-advantaged rate.
Download your free copy now and avoid the missteps that too many investors learn the hard way.
However, with greater control comes greater responsibility. One misstep could cost you in penalties, taxes, or lost investment capital.
Whether you’re new to SDIRAs or ready to take more control of your retirement portfolio, this free guide will help you avoid the most common and costly mistakes.
Each chapter is written to give you clear, actionable guidance on how to stay compliant, protect your account, and unlock the full potential of your SDIRA.
If you’re serious about using alternative investments to fund a secure and flexible retirement, this guide is a must-read.
You’ll discover how to:
- Avoid prohibited transactions and disqualified persons
- Leverage partnerships without violating IRS rules
- Use an IRA-owned LLC for better flexibility
- Avoid early withdrawal penalties and custodial missteps
- Perform due diligence to avoid fraud and bad deals
- Build a properly diversified alternative investment portfolio
- Choose the right custodian to support your goals
- Stay current on legal, tax, and market changes
- Set a long-term plan aligned with your risk tolerance
- Maximize your returns by starting your SDIRA journey early
The Horizon Trust Advantage
Easy-to-Use Financial Portal
- Total control over your investment decisions
- Ability to access alternative assets like real estate and crypto
- Industry-leading financial account portal
- Transactional-free pricing
Educational Resources
- Self-Directed: Self-Made Success book
- Dozens of account forms and disclosures
- Investment blog with the latest insights
- Educational newsletter with the latest investment trends
- Investment Corner
Multiple Account Options
- Roth SDIRA
- Traditional SDIRA
- SEP SDIRA
- SIMPLE SDIRA
- Individual 401(k)
- HSA
- CESA
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Great company to work with! Amazing team and they went above and beyond to help me understand the SDIRA process. My friends are now using Horizon as well so we can invest in more real estate opportunities that we couldn't get into with old 401ks.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
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