self directed ira: Have Retirement Funds from Your Previous Employer? - 10/19/09 08:09 AM
For the millions of people who've been layed off because of corporate downsizing, there is one bright spot. . .you can likely rollover the funds in your former employer's 401k into a self-directed IRA.  This gives you lots more options in addition to the usual stocks and mutual funds.  And, this can be done with no early-withdrawal or penalties.  A custodian who has a wealth of experience and has a good track record with us in helping people with rollovers is Equity Trust Company.
We have been talking more and more lately with fellow Realtors in our local market and throughout the country about the importance of working with an experienced … (1 comments)

self directed ira: Get Your IRA Questions Answered - 04/29/09 06:14 AM
Come to this IRA Workshop and Learn How to Grow Your Retirement Account
Smart Investors Looking for Funding for Real Estate Deals are Finding Out that there is a Huge Untapped Source of Money That Exists in IRAs and other Retirement type accounts, which can be used to buy & sell real estate. Right now is an awesome time to build up tax-free and tax-deferred nest egss in your new or existing retirment accounts.  Find out how you can start from as little as $1000 or grow an existing account. And with the current mortgage & foreclosure mess, make using other people's IRA money to … (3 comments)

self directed ira: We'll be talking Tonight About How Your IRA Can Earn More with Real Estate - 04/14/09 08:01 AM
Isn't it a struggle to come-up with any investment idea that can earn anywhere close to 17% a year in today's market.  Stop by our table tonight between 6pm and 7:30pm prior to the Mid-America Real Estate Investor Association meeting.  Joe and I will be there to talk with you about your IRA goals and how real estate might be a good diversified part of your portfolio.  We'll be right outside the ballroom at the Overland Park Marriott at I435 & Metcalf (10800 Metcalf).
When:  Tuesday April 14th, 6pm to 9pm
What:  Networking and Education
Vendor Tables Reserved:
Paul Surles & Joe Reece:  Tucker One Properties, … (0 comments)

self directed ira: Kansas City Cash Cows - A Package of 3 Single-Family Investment Homes - 02/16/09 08:06 AM
Ever thought you'd see a small investment package that you could purchase and likely get your initial investment back in the 1st year?  This might seem strange to folks from out-of-state, but take a look at the cash flow forecast on Loopnet.  
Two of the three homes are occupied by residents participating in our government's Section 8 program.  This means you'll get the rent every month on time and don't have to worry about chasing folks down for the rent.  The net operating income even includes property management and repair reserves.
Let me know your interest in taking a closer look at these.  We can help … (0 comments)

self directed ira: One Bright Spot Shines After a Corporate Downsizing - What to Do with your Nest Egg - 11/19/08 08:06 AM
With the disappointing trend of corporate downsizing, there is one bright spot. . .you can rollover the funds in your former employer's 401k into a self-directed IRA and do more with it other than the usual stocks and mutual funds.  And, this can be done with no early-withdrawal or penalties.  A custodian who has a wealth of experience and has a good track record with us in helping people with rollovers is Equity Trust Company. 
We have been talking more and more lately with fellow Realtors in our local market and throughout the country about the importance of working with someone with experience working with investors through the process of purchasing real … (0 comments)

self directed ira: Here's the Beef Agents Can Share with Customers When it Comes to Being More Prudent with Your Retirement. . .What? No Stocks? - 11/17/08 03:23 AM
Ok, so you're like me and wish the stock market would have better returns these days.  It's tough to understand why so many people keep so much of their retirement money in stocks.  There is a better solution that more and more people are moving to as an alternative to the stock market. . .real estate.  Looking at the numbers it's a tough case to beat.  Take a look at this estimate, which can obviously vary up or down depending on rental income, market conditions, etc. 
Step 1) Your IRA purchases a 5-bedroom investment rental home for $61,500
Step 2) A tenant pays rent to … (1 comments)

self directed ira: Here's an option to consider for your retirement savings regardless if McCain or Obama is elected - 10/29/08 09:48 AM
Several investors I have talked with this week have said they are going to wait on buying real estate investments until after they know if McCain or Obama wins the election next week.  Part of this rationale is each candidate's approach to taxation could affect each of us differently compared to today.  The only thing I know for sure today is that there are tax-free or tax-deferred benefits with certain types of retirement accounts.    
Do you have an IRA?
Do you have a Pension Plan?
Have you lost $$$ in the stock market?
Are you looking for retirement funds?
In today's market, question #3 is almost a … (1 comments)

self directed ira: Where are the Cash-flow Investment Opportunities in Kansas City? - 10/17/08 04:13 AM
With the credit market tightening more than I have ever seen, I questioned how investors are able to get investment property financing.  Good news is that I found two lenders who are working with investors to finance property here in Kansas City.  Let me know if you're interested and I'll send you their contact info.
We just posted an ad on Loopnet today about an 8-property cash-flow package we are offering here in Kansas City, MO.   Let us know if you'd like to take a closer look!
For more information about Kansas City real estate investing, call Paul Surles at 913-266-5847, e-mail him at Paul@MetroREOSales.com, … (0 comments)

self directed ira: 401(k) Rollover - Is Now the Time? - 10/07/08 02:00 AM
Now more than ever many people with 401(k) accounts are considering what to do.  While 401(k)'s have some advantages, they are quite disadvantaged compared to select types of IRA accounts.  It is suggested that a person who wants to rollover a 401(k) plan to an IRA choose a self-directed IRA account. There are many positive advantages to this choice, and this I'll explain why it is better.
An aspect of this worth talking about here is the ability to have a self-directed 401(k). Though this sounds similar to a self-directed IRA, it is quite different.  For one,, although investment options are … (0 comments)

self directed ira: How the Government Helped my IRA Hold Steady During the Market Plunge - 09/30/08 04:58 AM
Did you feel any anxiety yesterday when you heard that the stock market dropped 778 points, the largest point drop in history?  It was the main point of discussion on the golf course yesterday afternoon with my group of friends.  We will probably always remember where we were when we saw it drop at the end of the day or seeing on TV after work.   As I watched the market tank, I felt bad for everyone who has been hoping the best with all of their retirment savings in stocks and mutual funds.  However, supposedly with dollar cost averaging by continuing to purchase stock over time, that the overall value … (1 comments)

self directed ira: How to Invest in Kansas City Real Estate with a Self-Directed IRA - 09/29/08 04:33 AM
Any great investment requires planning ahead and a solidy strategy to maximize gains.  When these are missing, an investment can quickly go south, or in the best case, generate less than expected returns. Getting it all correct as an individual with no direction or experience is next to impossible.  As an investor with a self-directed IRA, one would want to have a team of experienced professionals to help achieve optimal results and provide maximum returns.  We at Home Run Properties, Inc. have have a team of people who fit that description perfectly.
When a person decides to join our program and use a self-directed IRA, the first … (0 comments)

self directed ira: Equity Trust Company - 09/25/08 01:12 AM
When we talk with investors considering using their retirement accounts, we refer them to Equity Trust Company because of their high level of customer service and reasonable fees.  It might seem that a company with the level of their customer service would charge high fees, but not Equity Trust Company.  They are fees are very competitive and easy to understand.  Maybe the biggest difference from other companies is that ETC doesn't charge transaction processing fees. 
Although these might seem rather low, for those who actively invest in new assets and move money around these fees add up quick. Many companies have … (3 comments)

 
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