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We Wish you a Joyful Holiday Season From your Friends at Check Book IRA
As we wish all of you a very happy Thanksgiving and hoping that you surrounded yourself with family or loved ones, we also want to note a phenomenon that happened this holiday season.
IRS Announces 2019 Retirement Account Contribution Limits
A few days ago, the IRS issued updated contribution limits to retirement accounts for 2019… With these new limits, Solo 401(k)s remain the best option for those wanting to aggressively save for retirement and reduce taxes.
For Investment Success Don’t be a Lone Wolf. Build Your All-Star Team
We see the most successful investors build an All-Star team and use them to achieve investment success. Even the greats need the support of the team.
My Solo 401(k) Can Loan Money to Me?
There are a lot of great things about the Solo 401(k), but one of most convenient is the fact that you can take a loan from it.
Guard Your Future
We do not give and cannot give financial advice, but we can pass along investment strategies and tips that our successful clients use on a daily basis.
Stocks and UDFI (Unrelated Debt Financed Income)
Recently, we’ve had a few questions about Unrelated Debt Financed Income (UDFI) and how it might apply to investments in the Check Book IRA structure.
A Retirement Tool Box
Guiding, growing and guarding your retirement without the right tools is hard as well… Stessa is a free software program that helps track your real estate investments.
The Federal Housing Agency Just Made Real Estate Investing and Money Lending Easier for the Individual Investor
The Federal Housing Finance Agency made a little-known change in their policies which will help individual investors and moneylenders in ways that is invisible to the naked eye.
A Birthday “Present” You Don’t Want
The IRS has a birthday present for you; if you forget your age……A 50% penalty for not taking a Required Minimum Distribution once you reach age 70 1/2.
How to Control Your Own Financial Destiny
We talk to people every day that are looking at different ways to accelerate the investments in areas other than what their custodian or investment company offers. Self-directing is the answer to this.
What Happens to my Check Book IRA if I Move?
What happens to your Check Book IRA if life knocks on your door and you end up moving to another state?
Crypto Consultant Podcast
Kim’s “why” is to learn things people think only experts can learn, make it her own in some systematic way and then teach it back to others who need that information to improve their business or life.
Tips for Getting your Offer Accepted in a Seller’s Real Estate Market
WE came across some information that should be helpful in getting your offer accepted when you find the ideal property.
Do I Still Need a Custodian After My Check Book IRA Setup?
Clients are often confused about the role of the Custodian after their Check Book IRA is completed.
Affiliate Spotlight: Russell Wilkie
Retirement Guardians is honored to Have an Affiliation with Russell Wilkie
Buying and Selling Notes
One of the many advantages of having Checkbook Control of your retirement account is the ability to buy, sell, trade or hold real estate notes.
Checkbook IRA Would like to Welcome our Latest Affiliate
“Having to be financially literate is something that I learned from a young age.”
Not All Financial Advisors are Created Equally
Many of you use financial advisors and are extremely happy with them, but if you are shopping around, here are some things to consider.
Why 401(k)s are Better Protected
If you haven’t yet taken the step into self-directing your own retirement funds, take a second and hard look at the Solo 401(k). Its worth it.
You Can’t Take it With You: But You Can Decide Where it Goes
There is one area that is often overlooked by clients: the IRA beneficiary.
Is a Check Book IRA LLC or Self-Trusteed Solo 401k Right for You?
If you’re wondering whether a checkbook controlled IRA or Solo 401(k) is for you, here are a few statements to see where you fit.
What to Look for in an Advisor
Every day we see people who have tremendous results from their financial advisors and we also hear the horror stories.
Contribution Reminders for IRA LLCs & Solo 401(k)s
Here is a breakdown of the contribution deadlines for IRA LLCs & Solo 401(k)s.
Minimizing Taxes in your Retirement Plan
There are ways to minimize the taxation. We asked a noted Tax attorney Tim Berry to comment on this.