General Self-Directed IRAs

What are NFTs and Why Are They So Popular?

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By J.P. Dahdah, Founder & CEO of Vantage Over $1.8 billion worth of NFTs has been traded over the last few months Pick up today’s copy of the Wall Street Journal, and chances are you’ll see some mention of NFTs. This new investment vehicle is grabbing much attention these days, in part because over $1.8 billion worth of NFTs has…

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Why It Pays to Have Financial Friends

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By J.P. Dahdah, Founder & CEO of Vantage Imagine a scenario where you have money sitting in a 401(k) or IRA, but you’re strapped for cash. Liquidity is the problem. You look at your buckets of money and realize the only way you can pay a bill is by taking a withdrawal from your IRA. This certainly isn’t ideal. Not…

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The Self-Directed IRA Investor’s Mindset

By J.P. Dahdah, Founder & CEO of Vantage Self-Directed IRA investors take control of their financial journey and understand that hope is not a strategy. In this post, we touch on the Self-Directed IRA investor mindset. This mindset is needed to achieve financial success and develop a sound alternative asset portfolio for your retirement goals. Have you watched your retirement…

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Preparing for Mandatory IRA Distributions

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By J.P. Dahdah, Founder & CEO of Vantage The basics of required minimum distributions are straightforward Each year IRA holders aged 72 and up must take out a percentage of their total IRA assets based on their life expectancy. The percentage increases every year.  If you don’t take out the correct amount, the IRS penalizes you. Preparing to take your…

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Guide to Exploring Self-Directed IRAs

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When Getting Laid Off, Pays Off Losing or leaving a job can feel risky. You may not know what your next career move is going to be, and you may worry about how this change is going to impact your financial future. But when it comes to your 401(k), this time of transition may be the perfect opportunity to consider…

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