Self-directed IRAs are the only retirement arrangements that allow individual investors the freedom to pursue alternative investments, such as real estate. Investing in real estate with a self-directed IRA offers many benefits to those who are looking for creative ways to save for the future. Before you start, you may want to consider which type of IRA would be best to invest from. You have two options: Traditional IRA or Roth IRA.

The fundamental difference between a Traditional IRA and a Roth IRA is how they are taxed upon distribution. Choosing one of these options instead of the other can result in significant differences in the amount of wealth accumulated and the amount you can distribute tax-free. Most importantly, Roth IRAs have features that may benefit investors who want to use an IRA to invest in real estate.

Here are seven reasons why you might consider this strategy.

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Posted by Jonathan Mednick On July 15, 2017 // 0 Comments

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