100+ Investment Options You Didn't Know Were Possible for Your IRA
Access your list of investment options, each with the potential to be held within an IRA or other tax-advantaged account.
There is a vast array of alternative investment options available to IRA investors:
Residential and commercial real estate
Notes, mortgages and private lending
Businesses and private entities
Cryptocurrency
"Other" alternative investment options
Traditional asset classes
100+ Investment Options List
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Residential and commercial real estate
Notes, mortgages and private lending
Businesses and private entities
Cryptocurrency
"Other" alternative investment options
Traditional asset classes
Announcing an Easier Way to Find Investments
It’s now easier than ever to find the most in-demand investment opportunities for your self-directed account. Introducing Investment District, where you can browse and choose from high-end platforms and providers in the cryptocurrency, lending, precious metals, private equity/crowdfunding, and turnkey real estate asset classes.
Exclusive Benefits Come Standard
We don’t stop at providing a superior investing experience: Each client receives access to exclusive opportunities not found with any other self-directed account custodian. You’ll receive valuable, in-demand discounts and membership access – just for opening an account.
Valued Member Access
- Free annual membership to one of the nation’s largest real estate investors associations, which includes several benefits and discounts for real estate investors
- Free access to a leading marketplace for construction services and contractors to ensure a fair price
- Free annual membership to a coveted financial advisor directory to protect you from risk
Special Discounts
- Discounts on titling services specifically tailored to real estate investors who use a self-directed IRA
- Special rental property insurance discounts
More Benefits
- Access to time-saving, and hassle-free assistance to help you navigate the real estate investment process
- Extensive free education for real estate investors
It’s now easier than ever to find the most in-demand investment opportunities for your self-directed account. Introducing Investment District, where you can browse and choose from high-end platforms and providers in the cryptocurrency, lending, precious metals, private equity/crowdfunding, and turnkey real estate asset classes.