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Category: Raw Land

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October 7, 2016Jack CallahanRaw Land

Clever-Clever Land instead of Never-Never Land!

Did you know that you can invest in land to build income for retirement? Popular real estate investments include commercial and residential property, rehab-and-flips, and rentals. However, investments in land itself offer some pretty unique opportunities that can potentially build substantial wealth in your portfolio. Self-directed retirement plans … Read More

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September 9, 2016Jack CallahanAlternative Investments

Farm Land Investments: Reap What You Sow in Your IRA

This harvest season may have you dreaming of owning your own orchard and of the delicious apples or oranges it might produce. Facilitating that dream may be the potential sweet profits it could produce, which is an interesting thought, indeed. And, while it’s not uncommon knowledge that … Read More

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June 5, 2015Jack CallahanRaw Land

Investing in Raw Land Using a Real Estate IRA

Many people who use self-directed IRAs know real estate can be held as an asset in these accounts. However, when thinking of real estate, what comes to mind most often are rental properties, rehab-and-flip projects, and other buildings or homes that offer potentially healthy returns on investments. … Read More

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February 23, 2015Jack CallahanAlternative Investments

Investing in Timber with Your Self-Directed IRA

Self-directed IRAs are widely used among investors who want to control their own funds and decisions to build wealth for retirement. While no investment is ever guaranteed, investing in what you know best can potentially increase your odds of success. Self-direction offers the control and flexibility you … Read More

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