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Category: Real Estate IRA

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November 30, 2022Scott MaurerReal Estate IRA

Foreign Real Estate Investments in Your Self-Directed IRA

The most common investment in a self-directed IRA is real estate. Real estate IRA owners who are successful in these ventures reap the benefits of healthy and steady returns on their investments. In America, much of this income is gained through rentals, rehab-and-flipping properties, or buying at … Read More

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November 22, 2022Scott MaurerReal Estate IRA

Top 4 Ways to Invest in Real Estate with an IRA

You can successfully invest in real estate with an IRA if you pick the right property under the right conditions—and the investment proves fruitful. You can choose many different assets that have the potential to build income in your retirement account, and you don’t necessarily have to … Read More

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November 2, 2022Scott MaurerReal Estate IRA

Guide to Set Up an IRA to Buy Real Estate

Real estate IRAs are a favored strategy investors use to build tax-sheltered retirement income. Individuals who aren’t familiar with self-directed retirement plans are often excited to learn an IRA can own real estate. And, depending on what type of plan you use, you can earn tax-deferred income … Read More

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October 28, 2022Scott MaurerReal Estate IRA

Rehab Investments vs Rentals in an IRA During Rising Interest Rates and Inflation

The housing market is presenting a few challenges to consumers right now. The inventory is there (for the most part), but consumers are challenged with higher-than-average home costs combined with historically high inflation and interest rate hikes. At the same time, rent rates have also skyrocketed. So, … Read More

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August 18, 2022Scott MaurerMultifamily & Commercial

Is Buying a Duplex a Good Investment in 2022?

Is buying a duplex a good investment in 2022? Only you can answer that question for yourself. What we can tell you is that duplexes are a great way to invest in multifamily assets on a small scale. If you are new to real estate investments or … Read More

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June 27, 2022Scott MaurerAlternative Investments

Top 3 Alternative Assets for You, Your Friends, and Your IRA

In today’s volatile economy, it’s perfectly normal to consider alternative assets for your investment or retirement portfolio. In fact, you should. Smart investors understand how critical diversity is to survive Wall Street’s roller coaster rides. You should learn about investment ideas for 2022 that earn returns that don’t … Read More

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May 13, 2022Scott MaurerMultifamily & Commercial

Commercial Real Estate Investments for Small IRAs

Interested in commercial real estate investments but don’t have a million-dollar IRA? You aren’t alone. Commercial property can be a great asset. But commercial properties are often valued more than 10 times that of a residential rental property. However, there is a way your self-directed IRA can … Read More

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April 15, 2022Scott MaurerReal Estate IRA

How to Invest in Real Estate in an IRA: A Beginner’s Guide

Real estate IRAs are a favored strategy savvy individuals use to build wealth for retirement. There are sophisticated investors who can invest in these assets without hesitation, but many others are unsure how to invest in real estate in an IRA. If you fit into the latter … Read More

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March 24, 2022Scott MaurerReal Estate IRA

5 Steps of Tax Lien Investments in a Self-Directed IRA

Real estate investing is the most popular method savvy investors earn income on tangible assets, whether personally or in their IRAs. Those who have plenty of capital in their self-directed retirement plans can easily invest in residential, commercial, and other property such as land or vacation rentals. … Read More

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February 10, 2022Scott MaurerReal Estate IRA

9 Ways to Make Your Airbnb Rent-Ready and Increase Its Profitability

It’s a brand new year and the perfect time to implement smart strategies to make your Airbnb rent-ready and increase your profitability in 2022. Below are nine ideas to help inspire and guide you to do exactly that. Keep in mind you should perform any upgrades within a … Read More

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