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8. Newsletter Archive
Find Past Issues IRA Insights, the newsletter on self-directed retirement investing from The Entrust Group.
- How to Use Non-Recourse Loans for Investment Success
So, how do you use your self-directed IRA or 401(k) to buy and rehab real estate and many other assets. Borrowing money is also possible with a non-recourse loan. There are lenders that... - Feb IRA Insights: A Financially Sound Retirement Plan Needs Your Attention!
The financial gurus tell us we should save 10% of our annual income in order to have enough cash to last through our retirement. Most of us are not in a position to save this kind of money due the rising cost of everyday living-- just look at the gas pum - A Financially Sound Retirement Needs Your Attention
If you could start putting away the maximum amount allowed in your IRA or company 401(k)especially if your company matches those fundsthats a start - Lay the Financial Groundwork for the Second Half of Your Life
- Diversifying Your Portfolio with Land
Purchasing land using your Entrust self-directed IRA is an easy way to diversify your investment portfolio. It also makes investing in real estate available . . . - May IRA Insights: Worried About Your Financial Future?
Most of us utilize a company 401(k) plan or depend on major financial institutions to invest our retirement dollars and pray for double digit growth. With the downturn in the markets, the economy in general and the continued slide in real estate, does th - June IRA Insights: Tax Lien Certificates
Whether you invest with your self-directed IRA or personal funds, tax lien certificates can make sense for slow and steady growth in your portfolio. Tax liens are booming in states where homeowners are missing mortgage payments. - Investments Support You During Tough Times
The stock market is volatile. The sub prime mess has wreaked havoc on the economy. Gas prices are over $4.00 a gallon. And good companies are in financial trouble. I don't have a crystal ball but could safely guess the state of the economy is not plannin - July IRA Insights - Interesting Insights - Tax Relief for Military
On June 17, 2008, President Bush, signed H.R. 6081, the Heroes Earnings Assistance and Relief Tax (HEART) Act of 2008. The bill was passed by the - July IRA Insights: Investments to Support You During Tough Times
The stock market is volatile. The sub prime mess has wreaked havoc on the economy. Gas prices are over $4.00 a gallon. And good companies are in financial trouble. I don't have a crystal ball but could safely guess the state of the economy is not plannin - October IRA Insights: Does Retirement Equal Happiness?
- October IRA Insights: Inherited IRA & Now 401(k) Assets
Beginning in 2008, there is new ability for non-spouse beneficiaries - Creating Capital with Notes
One of the greatest challenges faced by people who are directing their own retirement investments is how to step around the maximum contribution limitations imposed by the federal government. - Entrust Administration, Inc. Continues its Company Expansion in California
- Entrust Administration, Inc. Launches New Educational Website for IRA Investors
- The Buck Stops with You
- Self-Directed Retirement Administrator Is Ready to Respond
I was recently in a meeting with a group of attorneys who are forming a new business, and they wanted to understand the benefits of wealth building through a truly self-directed IRA or Individual(k) plan. - Converting to a Roth IRA
- Going For the Gold
There are many different ways to invest in gold, as part of your retirement portfolio, and you should know about all of them before you decide where to invest. - The Number One Question to Ask Before You Buy
Letting your emotions rule your investment decisions can get you in trouble. Always make sure you can truly afford the money, sweat equity, and hassles before you invest in real estate. - Four Things to Know About Getting Audited
- Self-Directed IRAs: An Estate Planner's Primer on Some of the Rules
Note: This article is published with permission from the Oakland County Bar Association of Michigan - Look Before You Roll Over: Rollovers as Business Start-Ups (ROBS) Arrangements
The IRS does not consider ROBS arrangements to be abusive tax avoidance transactions, however it does consider them to be fraught with potential flaws that could hurt investors if they are not aware. - IRA Contribution FAQs
Contribution limits change from year to year and it's important to keep track of the rules whether you have an IRA or are looking to open one. We've provided a simple FAQ to help you understand and manage annual contributions to your IRA. - The Top 5 New Account Paperwork Dilemmas
Filling out a packet of forms to open a new self-directed retirement account can seem daunting, but its actually pretty straightforward if you know what is being asked of you. - The Hazards of Borrowing From Your 401(k), If You Get Laid Off: A Case Study
Tapping into your 401(k) plan early can be a lifesaver during tough economic times, but beware if you get laid off. This case study sheds light on some of the tough consequences of defaulting on a 401(k) loan. - Protecting Yourself From Green Investment Scams
Scammers have caught on to the green trend, and without knowing what warning signs to look out for, you could become a victim. - Is Green Investing an Oxymoron?
Many investors wonder if it's really possible to get good returns on their investments, while also keeping the environment in mind. - The Business of Green Energy
- Speculation or Asset Protection: Precious Metals Investing with Your IRA
- Offshore Gold & Real Estate: Using an IRA to Hold Investments Outside the U.S.
- Frequently Asked Questions: Purchasing Precious Metals with a Self-Directed IRA
- Case Study: Purchasing Beachfront Property in Panama
- Offshore Real Estate Investments Scams
This is an excerpt from - Beware of
Find out how to avoid becoming a victim of IRS-impersonators who are tricking taxpayers, stealing their money and identities. - Land Banking Strategy: Sustainable Farming Lease Agreements
- Your Real Estate IRA Questions...Answered!
- Real Estate Investing With Your IRA
The Process and Procedures That Make For a Pleasant Experience - Investing in Trust Deeds Using a Self-Directed IRA
- Looking Towards a Brighter Future: A Message From Hubert Bromma, CEO of The Entrust Group
- Precious Metals in Your Self-Directed IRA
- Choosing a Precious Metal Depository for Your Self Directed IRA Investment
- How Gold Can Protect Your Savings
- The Entrust Group Announces the Dissolution of its Franchise Program
- Sustainable Infill Development Growing Trend in a Down Market
- Tips and Insights on Non Recourse Lending
- Lending from your SDIRA - Reverse Mortgages
- Defining Life Settlement Investing with a Self-Directed IRA
- Most Frequently Asked Life Settlement Investment Questions
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