Directed IRA Podcast

Join Mat and Mark as they discuss Checkbook IRA/LLC's the structure that surrounds them and the documents needed to get it right the first time!About IRA LLC's/Checkbook IRAAn IRA/LLC is an investment structure whereby an IRA invests capital into a newly created limited liability company (“LLC”). The IRA owns the LLC units just like your IRA can own Coca-Cola corporation stock. This IRA/LLC structure has been popular amongst real estate investors and other investors who regularly invest in alternative assets with their retirement accounts. A common IRA/LLC structure is one where the IRA invests a designated amount of cash into the LLC in exchange for 100% of the membership units of the LLC. The LLC then in turn acquires the intended investment asset. For example, a rental property. An IRA/LLC can also be formed with numerous IRAs owning the LLC with the ownership allocated between the different IRAs based on the dollars invested.Directed IRA Homepage: https://directedira.com/ Directed IRA Explore (Linktree): https://linktr.ee/SelfDirectedIRA Book a Call: https://directedira.com/appointment/ Other:Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.com & https://linktr.ee/MatSorensen KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.comMain Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com

Join Mat Sorensen and guest expert AJ Osborne (300M+ AUM) as they discuss investing in self-storage with personal funds and an IRA or 401k. In this webinar, we discuss:- Top 3 Reasons You Should Consider Investing in Self-Storage- Portfolio Case Studies- What Makes a Good Self-Storage Operator- Due Diligence, Underwriting, and Rates vs. Rents- Vacancy and Demographics- How Do I Get Started Investing in Self Storage?- Can I use an IRA or Solo 401k to Invest in Self Storage?About AJ: AJ is an American entrepreneur, businessman, and investor who owns and manages his self-storage portfolio of over $212 million of assets through his companies Cedar Creek Wealth, Bitterroot Holdings, and Clearwater Benefits.AJ owns and hosts the largest self-storage podcast, Self Storage Income. As an operator and private owner with over 1.2 million square feet of self-storage, AJ regularly keynotes at national conferences on operations related to investing in, buying, and managing self-storage facilities.📲 CONNECT WITH AJ Osborne:=================Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@SelfStorageIncomeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajosborne/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selfstorageincome/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aj-osborne-a9b8102b/Youtube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@SelfStorageIncomeDirected IRA Homepage: https://directedira.com/ Directed IRA Explore (Linktree): https://linktr.ee/SelfDirectedIRA Book a Call: https://directedira.com/appointment/ Other:Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.com & https://linktr.ee/MatSorensen KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.comMain Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com

Join Mat Sorensen and guest expert Nick Fong as they discuss investing internationally with self-directed IRAs. They talk about buying real estate in Mexico, the process of using self-directed IRAs to buy international property, setting up a Mexican trust vs. corporation, international real estate structures and inheritance options, exploring cross-border real estate options, obtaining water, and upcoming webinars on self-storage investing.

Join Mat & Mark in this open forum as they answer your difficult Self-Directed retirement plan questions. Diving deep into your questions on Self-directing your Roth IRA, 401(k), Traditional IRA, Coverdale, HSA, and more. To submit your questions, listen, search for prior episodes, or sign up for their Weekly Free Newsletter, visit https://directedira.com/podcastDirected IRA Homepage: https://directedira.com/ Directed IRA Explore (Linktree): https://linktr.ee/SelfDirectedIRA Book a Call: https://directedira.com/appointment/ Other:Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.com & https://linktr.ee/MatSorensen KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.comMain Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com

In this episode, we break down the deadlines and strategies for contributing to your Solo 401(k) plan. If you're an S Corporation owner or a sole proprietor, this information is crucial. Discover how to reduce your taxable income, set up your Solo 401(k) plan, and start building your retirement nest egg. Don't miss out on these valuable tips and strategies to secure your financial future. AND DONT FORGET, SEPTEMBER 15th IS THE LAST DAY TO CONTRIBUTE!----Schedule a Free 15-minute new account phone appointment with one of our experienced Senior Account Executives regarding what type of account is best for you. https://directedira.com/appointment----To submit your questions, listen, search for prior episodes, or sign up for their Weekly Free Newsletter, visit https://directedira.com/podcastDirected IRA Homepage: https://directedira.com/ Directed IRA Explore (Linktree): https://linktr.ee/SelfDirectedIRA Book a Call: https://directedira.com/appointment/ Other:Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.com & https://linktr.ee/MatSorensen KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.comMain Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com

In this episode, Mat goes solo to tackle the most pressing Roth IRA questions of 2023. Whether you're considering a Roth IRA or exploring self-directing options, Mat provides thorough answers and valuable insights to help you make informed decisions. Don't miss out on the essential knowledge and tools you need to secure your financial future Top 10 Roth IRA Questions:- How much can I put in? - How big can my account get? - What if I make to much money? - What is a Backdoor Roth IRA and is it legit?- What can I invest in with a Roth IRA? - How do I get my money out EARLY of my Roth, No Penalty? - When can I take all of it out? - What is the 5 year rule? - How do I move my Roth IRA? ----Schedule a Free 15-minute new account phone appointment with one of our experienced Senior Account Executives regarding what type of account is best for you. https://directedira.com/appointment----To submit your questions, listen, search for prior episodes, or sign up for their Weekly Free Newsletter, visit https://directedira.com/podcastDirected IRA Homepage: https://directedira.com/ Directed IRA Explore (Linktree): https://linktr.ee/SelfDirectedIRA Book a Call: https://directedira.com/appointment/ Other:Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.com & https://linktr.ee/MatSorensen KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.comMain Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com

 In this episode, we're diving into an intriguing topic - the unspoken advice from Michael Burry, the mastermind behind "The Big Short," who famously shorted the housing market. Our message is clear - self-direction is the antidote to the stock market's wild swings. He's shorting the S&P 500 and NASDAQ with $1.5 billion, betting that the market will go down, not up. Before you brush this off as just another signal, understand this isn't just about making a quick buck for Burry - it's about tactical investing. Invest in what you know; invest in tangible assets. Your IRA or 401(k) doesn't have to be solely tied to the stock market. Consider reallocating your funds into hard assets like real estate or private companies. Real estate can be a game-changer for your retirement account. Wall Street might say it's not possible, but it is. And it's not just real estate – startups, alternative energy, oil and gas, and more. If you have insider knowledge, you can capitalize on it without crossing into insider trading territory. Curious to learn more?   #SelfDirectionSuccess #SmartInvestingMovesDirected IRA Homepage: https://directedira.com/ Directed IRA Explore (Linktree): https://linktr.ee/SelfDirectedIRA Book a Call: https://directedira.com/appointment/ Other:Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.com & https://linktr.ee/MatSorensen KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.comMain Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com

Let's talk shop: HGTV Magic vs. the REAL grind. Beyond the glitz, it's sweat – from new builds to lavish renos, even multifamily flips. TV hypes money, but what if profit's are a no-show? Contractors go AWOL?  What better way to get to the bottom of this than hearing it from HGTV personality @amymahjoory! Schedule a Free 15-minute new account phone appointment with one of our experienced Senior Account Executives regarding the type of account best for you. https://directedira.com/appointmentTo submit your questions, listen, search for prior episodes, or sign up for their Weekly Free Newsletter, visit https://directedira.com/podcastDirected IRA Homepage: https://directedira.com/ Directed IRA Explore (Linktree): https://linktr.ee/SelfDirectedIRA Book a Call: https://directedira.com/appointment/ Other:Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.com & https://linktr.ee/MatSorensen KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.comMain Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com

Join Mat and Mark as they break down the 5 most common mistakes clients make when converting their Traditional IRA money to Roth! Roth conversions remain popular as many fear that tax rates will only increase in the next few years, so why not convert now at lower tax rates and let the account grow and come out tax-free at retirement? Remember, if you have a traditional IRA or 401(k), that money grows tax-deferred, but you pay tax on it as it is drawn out at retirement. If you have traditional dollars where you obtained tax deductions for those contributions, you must pay tax on the amount you want to convert to Roth.----Schedule a Free 15-minute new account phone appointment with one of our experienced Senior Account Executives regarding what type of account is best for you. https://directedira.com/appointment----To submit your questions, listen, search for prior episodes, or sign up for their Weekly Free Newsletter, visit https://directedira.com/podcast.Directed IRA Homepage: https://directedira.com/ Directed IRA Explore (Linktree): https://linktr.ee/SelfDirectedIRA Book a Call: https://directedira.com/appointment/ Other:Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.com & https://linktr.ee/MatSorensen KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.comMain Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com

An Incredible Alternative Asset Summit- Here are some of the key takeaways and how it can directly apply to Self-Directing! - When vetting an investment sponsor (syndicator, fund manager) ask them about a failure or problem they’ve had on an investment/asset. If they don’t have one, they’re either not being transparent or they haven’t had enough experience in what they do to be investing with them. You want to hear about a struggle they’ve had and how they handled it. Veena Jetti - The middle market of commercial real estate has tremendous opportunity. Smaller deals below $5M are taken by wealthy individuals and entrepreneurs while large deals over say $20-50M are taken by large institutions, this leaves a huge opportunity in the “middle market” of $5M to $20M as the buyer pool is limited. Chris Loeffler - Banks are a business focused on their assets and revenues, they will be foreclosing if borrowers can’t pay and won’t be cutting deals as rates for commercial loans are resetting and rising. This is opportunity for investors. Find bank officers (eg linkedin search) and get to know bankers who handle these troubled loans and assets. Search for bankers with REO and special services in their job titles. Jonathan Morris - Find the best pros in your market (real estate agents, mortgage officers, title agents/attorneys, home builders/contractors) and network with them as someone who can solve problems and come up with your funds or private money to make creative deals and transactions work. John Shekarchi - Hospitality assets have been distressed by lack of bank lending/financing and covid restrictions but operators who can transform deeply discounted properties have significant upside (e.g. adding weddings and experiences to resorts to get rooms pre-booked and under contract over a year out). Josh McCallen - Stock market investing is about beating the person on the other end of a trade and trying to be the smartest in the market. Real estate investment success isn’t about being the smartest or beating someone else, it’s more determined by creativity and hard work on deals on properties and opportunities that are all unique. Jamison Manwaring - Angel investing requires at least 10 investment positions as many investments will fail entirely while a couple can return a modest return and you’re hoping that at least one investment brings a significant return that makes up for the failures. Lisa Walker - Investor portfolios with alternative assets are proving to add more yield and less volatility than traditional stock/bond portfolios. Michael Bradley & Brandon Scott These are from memory and summarized. They’re 💯 but not exact quotes. Continued in comments. What were your takeaways?Don’t miss the opportunity to elevate your investment strategies and stay ahead of the competition. The 2023 Alternative Asset Summit Recording is now available for purchase, and it’s your key to unlocking invaluable insights from industry experts and thought leaders.  https://shop.matsorensen.com/Directed IRA Homepage: https://directedira.com/ Directed IRA Explore (Linktree): https://linktr.ee/SelfDirectedIRA Book a Call: https://directedira.com/appointment/ Other:Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.com & https://linktr.ee/MatSorensen KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.comMain Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com