# The Entrust Group

> This file provides a high-level overview of The Entrust Group's resources for large language models and AI systems.
> It highlights the most important pages, core services, compliance guidance, in-depth guides, and support resources.

## Core Pages
- [Home](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/)
- [Open an Account](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/open-a-self-directed-ira)
- [Self-Directed IRAs](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/self-directed-iras)
- [Fees](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/fees)

## Rules and Compliance
- [Rules and Regulations](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/self-directed-iras/rules)
- [Prohibited Transactions](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/self-directed-iras/rules#prohibited-transactions)
- [Disqualified Persons](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/self-directed-iras/rules#disqualified-persons)
- [IRA Contribution Limits](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/ira-contribution-limits)

## Investment Categories
- [Real Estate](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/alternative-investments/real-estate/)
- [Precious Metals](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/alternative-investments/precious-metals)
- [Private Equity](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/alternative-investments/private-equity)
- [Private Lending](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/alternative-investments/private-lending)

## In-Depth Guides
- [Self-Directed IRAs: The Basics Guide](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/hubfs/docs/markdown/Self-Directed-IRAs-The-Basics-Guide.md) — Foundational guide to how self-directed IRAs work, what they can invest in, and the key rules that apply.
- [Self-Directed IRA Rules](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/hubfs/docs/markdown/SDIRA-Rules.md) — The three core rules governing self-directed IRAs: prohibited transactions, disqualified persons, and disallowed assets.
- [90 Things You Can Invest In With a Self-Directed IRA](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/hubfs/docs/markdown/90-Things-You-Can-Invest-In-With-a-Self-Directed-IRA.md) — A categorized list of alternative assets a self-directed IRA can hold, plus what's excluded.
- [Why a Self-Directed IRA Might Not Be For You](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/hubfs/docs/markdown/Why-a-Self-Directed-IRA-Might-Not-Be-For-You.md) — A balanced look at when a self-directed IRA is — and isn't — the right fit.
- [Due Diligence Guide](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/hubfs/docs/markdown/DueDiligenceReportFinal.md) — Due diligence checklists for real estate, precious metals, and private equity investments held in a self-directed IRA.
- [The Precious Metals IRA Guide](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/hubfs/docs/markdown/The-Precious-Metals-IRA-Guide.md) — Guide to holding IRS-approved gold, silver, platinum, and palladium in a self-directed IRA.
- [Guide to Investing in Cryptocurrency with an SDIRA](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/hubfs/docs/markdown/Guide_to_Investing_in_Cryptocurrency_with_an_SDIRA.md) — How to hold cryptocurrency in a self-directed IRA, including funding options, risks, and tax treatment.
- [Tax-Free or Tax-Deferred](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/hubfs/docs/markdown/Tax-Free-or-Tax-Deferred.md) — A comparison of tax-deferred and tax-free retirement account strategies.
- [Protecting Yourself and Your Family From Financial Elder Abuse](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/hubfs/docs/markdown/Protecting_Yourself_And_Your_Family_From_Financial_Elder_Abuse.md) — Guidance on recognizing and preventing financial elder abuse, drawing on Pew, CFPB, and SEC/FINRA/NASAA sources.
- [OpenAlt Capital Raising Guide](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/hubfs/docs/markdown/OpenAlt_CapitalRaisingGuide_One_Pager.md) — One-page overview of raising capital from self-directed IRA investors through OpenAlt.
- [B2B Program Guide](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/hubfs/docs/markdown/2020-B2B-Program-Guide-Tony-Unkel-Branded.md) — Overview of The Entrust Group's B2B partner referral program.

## Education and Support
- [Learning Center](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/learning-center)
- [Knowledge Base](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/knowledge-base)
- [Contact The Entrust Group](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/contact)

- [Chat with us to find out if a self-directed IRA could be right for you](https://www.theentrustgroup.com/contact-us-decision-lp)

## Summary
The Entrust Group helps clients use self-directed IRAs to invest in alternative assets such as real estate, precious metals, private equity, cryptocurrency, and private lending. The site provides guidance on rules, compliance, contribution limits, fees, in-depth investment guides, and educational resources.