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For 40 years, The Entrust Group has provided account administration services for self-directed retirement and tax-advantaged plans. Entrust can assist you in purchasing alternative investments with your retirement funds, and administer the buying and selling of assets that are typically unavailable through banks and brokerage firms.

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Want to Help Local Businesses? Consider Crowdfunding

Want to Help Local Businesses? Consider Crowdfunding

If you have funds in your Self-Directed IRA to spare, you can use them to invest in businesses of your choosing.
Investing in Gold: Where to Stash It

Investing in Gold: Where to Stash It

Hint, hint: definitely, not at your house.
How to Choose the Right Tenants for Your Rental

How to Choose the Right Tenants for Your Rental

You'll want to find responsible, trustworthy tenants who will treat your property with respect. Here are some tips to get you started.
The Diversification Advantage You're Looking For Is Right Here

The Diversification Advantage You're Looking For Is Right Here

Owning equities in 5 large-cap tech companies isn’t real diversification. On the surface, diversification is about owning assets in a variety of classes.
Guide: Reporting Your Fair Market Valuation

Guide: Reporting Your Fair Market Valuation

Every year, the IRS requires a report of the value of your IRA assets, here's a guide on how to report your fair market valuations:
Top 3 Questions IRA Holders Have About Property Taxes

Top 3 Questions IRA Holders Have About Property Taxes

We collected the top 3 questions self-directed IRA holders have about property taxes. Read to learn more.
7 Essential Tips for Taking Distributions From Your Self-Directed IRA

7 Essential Tips for Taking Distributions From Your Self-Directed IRA

There are several rules, and we walk you through the important ones to avoid unnecessary fees and fines.
How Retirement Might Look Without a Savings Plan

How Retirement Might Look Without a Savings Plan

What would happen if you attempted to retire without a savings net?