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Welcome to the Madison Trust Self-Directed IRA blog! Here, you will find posts about a wide variety of topics related to Self-Directed IRAs. Whether you're interested in learning about what you can invest in or you need a guide to help set up your account, you can find all the help and information you need right here.

Whether you're looking for information about account maintenance, investing in real estate, or setting up a checkbook IRA, we can help! New posts are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly to stay up-to-date on all of the information you need to know about investing with a Self-Directed IRA.

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Our dedication to client support is one of the main reasons why so many people rely on Madison Trust, along with our flat fee structure that never includes hidden or unexpected costs. No matter how much your Self-Directed IRA grows, your fees remain the same. Sign up for a Self-Directed IRA today and discover the Madison Trust advantage for yourself!

5 Common Self-Directed IRA Mistakes and How to Overcome Them

Spotting the common Self-Directed IRA mistakes to avoid can help you steer clear of activities that will diminish the integrity of your retirement savings. Here are a few of the most frequent missteps made by investors.
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Why You Can’t Get a Self-Directed IRA at Charles Schwab 

Charles Schwab doesn’t offer true Self-Directed IRAs to their clients. If you’re looking to invest in alternative assets and get a better understanding of how, we can help steer you in the right direction.
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Rewiring Online Communication: BeeKonnected

BeeKonnected offers business owners, coaches, consumers, and avid learners a space for inclusive connection. Serving as a single integrated system, BeeKonnected has managed to seemingly rectify the pain points users have with a handful of other platforms.
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Demystifying Required Minimum Distributions for Traditional SDIRAs

Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) are essential for effectively managing Self-Directed Traditional IRAs, as well as other retirement accounts like traditional SEP and SIMPLE IRAs. Understanding the key aspects of RMDs can significantly improve your self-directed investing experience.
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Everything You Need to Know About Fair Market Value 

Fair market value (FMV) plays a critical role in Self-Directed IRA investing. There are a few components you may want to consider when it comes to evaluating its amount. Here’s the lowdown on FMV.
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How to Set Up a Self-Directed IRA

Learn how to set up a Self-Directed IRA at Madison Trust with our simple, how-to video.
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April 1, 2025

Investing in Precious Metals: A Possible Lifeboat for Recessions

Investing in precious metals is considered a traditional method to growing your wealth. Even when the stock market takes a plunge, precious metals remain a prominent form of currency. Here’s how you can potentially hedge against inflation.
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7 Questions for Investing in Private Placements with a Self-Directed IRA, Answered 

Investing in private placements typically comes with equal amount of risk and reward. What exactly should you determine before embarking on such an enterprise? Let’s answer seven burning questions regarding investing in private placements with a Self-Directed IRA.
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March 5, 2025

Altering How We View Student Housing: Rise Select 

Rise Select is reimagining student housing investments by transforming underperforming properties into top-performing assets. Learn about their investor-centric approach, proven execution and track record in delivering strong returns.
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Redefining the Dining Experience with Larnaca Corp’s Enjoy™ Platform

Enjoy™ is a web and mobile platform revolutionizing the food and drink industry, with a mission to amplify family-owned and neighborhood establishments. From personalized dining recommendations for mobile application users, to providing valuable analytics to foodservice establishment subscribers, discover how Enjoy™ is reshaping our involvement with dining out.
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