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What is the Difference between a Self-Directed IRA and a 401K?

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By J.P. Dahdah, Founder & CEO of Vantage Deciding to select a 401K plan through your employer can be a starting point for retirement savings However, with the freedom of a Self-Directed IRA, you are granted full control of how your wealth is grown through private investments. With financial institutions always seeking to lure you into “great investment” opportunities, the…

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What Are the Eligibility Requirements for a Self-Directed IRA?

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By J.P. Dahdah, Founder & CEO of Vantage Setting up any investment account comes with limitations and requirements. Understanding these will help you make the correct investment decisions when deciding how to properly choose a retirement investment account. If you are interested in a Self-Directed IRA account below are two things to keep in mind. 1. Qualifying for an IRA.…

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Why You Should Use Your Self-Directed IRA for Private Lending Purposes

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By J.P. Dahdah, Founder & CEO of Vantage Early distribution penalties for accessing retirement accounts can be extremely harsh and often seem illogical. But, with a Self-Directed IRA, you can allocate your retirement funds to private lending investments without having to forfeit or pay money out of your account. Below are three reasons why people choose to use their Self-Directed…

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How to Properly Manage Your Precious Metal Assets

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By J.P. Dahdah, Founder & CEO of Vantage The process for purchasing precious metals with your Self-Directed IRA account while very different to purchasing stocks and shares should still be smooth and simple. Here are some tips to ensure your precious metals are safely kept and protected. 1. Decide on a Self-Directed IRA company. To purchase precious metals with your…

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How to Use Your Self- Directed IRA to Invest in Precious Metals

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By J.P. Dahdah, Founder & CEO of Vantage As long as the stock market continues to show volatility, savvy investors will look for alternative, more stable, potentially better returning investments. And, Self-Directed IRA accounts provide that flexibility by allowing you to choose your investments based on what you feel is best for you. Investing in precious metals is one of…

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