Self-Directed IRA Custodians Sued by Investors
May 2, 2012 by Tracy Z · 5 Comments
Watch out note buyers! The self-directed retirement account, a popular vehicle for purchasing notes, is under attack!
Tired of dismal returns in the stock market many investors turned to buying real estate, private mortgage notes, and other alternative cash flows.
They combined the power of high returns and compounding interest with the tax advantages of the IRA, Roth, Solo 401k, and other retirement accounts.
The self-directed IRA has a designated custodian that handles the paperwork and other administrative duties for the retirement account. Now these custodians are being sued by disgruntled investors reports the Wall Street Journal. Read more
Real Deal #148 – Seller Financing for IRA Investments!
November 19, 2008 by Tracy Z · Leave a Comment
Welcome to Real Deals! It’s always easier to learn from real life so here we share information from actual owner financed transactions. It can be challenging to obtain non-recourse loans necessary to finance the purchase of real estate in an IRA, 401(k), or other type of self-directed retirement account. Seller financing can be a viable alternative financing solution.
Increase Value with Payment Histories
September 12, 2008 by Tracy Z · Leave a Comment
Keeping an accurate record of the payments received on the note shows how much the buyer still owes along with their payment habits. Plus, note sellers can also improve the value of their note by providing a verifiable payment history to the investor! Read more
