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In this episode, Mat and Mark break down the powerful strategy of using a Self-Directed IRA for private money lending. Learn how your retirement account can act like a bank—lending money to real estate investors or businesses, earning interest and points, all while growing tax-free or tax-deferred.
0:00 - Introduction to Private Lending with a Self-Directed IRA
1:20 - What is a Self-Directed IRA and How It Works
3:00 - Retirement Accounts You Can Use for Private Lending
4:26 - Secured vs. Unsecured Loans – What the Bank Would Do
6:23 - Debunking Private Lending Myths and Managing Risk
9:25 - Key Legal Docs: Promissory Note, Deed of Trust, UCC Liens
11:48 - Should You Lend Through Your IRA or an LLC?
14:30 - Lending Criteria: Property, Borrower, and Strategy
18:00 - Common Mistakes in Private Lending and How to Avoid Them
21:46 - Understanding Loan Terms: Interest, Points, and Payment Structures
28:26 - Tax-Free and Tax-Deferred Growth in Your Retirement Account
34:06 - How to Find Private Lending Opportunities and Deal Flow
36:32 - Balancing Action vs. Analysis – Know Thyself as an Investor
37:59 - Final Thoughts and Legal Disclaimer
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