Comments on: IRA Real Estate –a Bad Idea

By: Joanne@ Dominican Republic Real Estate

Joanne@ Dominican Republic Real Estate — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:14:52 +0000

Which type of IRA investment is best is as subjective as the customer. I love the tips in this article with regards to not breaking any of the rules and causing the IRA to become taxable. Real estate is definitely one of the most stable investments in the long run and should not be ruled out.

By: Property Management Courses

Property Management Courses — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:38:37 +0000

This is an excellent Post. Thanks!

I believe that real estate should be seen as a financial asset and not an investment asset. This is just my opinion.

By: Evergreen real estate

Evergreen real estate — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:38:43 +0000

Great article- as more and more people recognize the limits to holding real estate in an IRA the more challenging it is to accomplish! ALthough I sell real estate in Evergreen, CO and prices are through the floor– so a great time to pick up investment property– I recommend purchasing outside your IRA to maximize one of the biggest benfits of buying real estate– Leverage.

By: Jim of Sun City

Jim of Sun City — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:22:15 +0000

I am quiet new to real estate but I guess real estate for retirees should be seen as a permanent investment since after they retire, they have to consider questions like: can I still afford to rent? or can I keep up with the constant increase of rentals? money should be invested wisely and although one should not totally invest in real estate, at least you will own a home that will keep your finances stable.

By: LMS

LMS — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 07:38:36 +0000

For starters, it’s not always clear who regulates or oversees the entities and people who tout self-directed IRAs. It could be, for instance, a state banking regulator or state securities administrator, or even the state attorney general’s office. Or it could be the Securities and Exchange Commission. The only clear answer is that the regulator is unlikely to be the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, unless the entity is a broker-dealer. FINRA regulates broker-dealers and stockbrokers.

By: Alan Staten

Alan Staten — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 20:07:55 +0000

This has been one of the best conversations I’ve seen on this subject!! Real estate is most definitely an investment, and one that will be with you for many years. So you truly have to look at the long-term benefits and risks. But who knows where we’ll be in 20 years, real estate may very well be the best investment you can make right now.

By: Gas Fires

Gas Fires — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 07:25:14 +0000

The retirement plans/IRA also are often pre-tax withdrawals prior to receiving your after-tax paychecks. Again, a forced savings.Amidst these surviving opportunities to save money for later in life is a growing problem that is happening much too often.It kinda sucks actually..

By: Issaquah Real Estate

Issaquah Real Estate — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 02:13:53 +0000

This is really interesting.. like many have said, 100% agree.. everytime we buy a real estate piece, we should look at it as a long term investment and asset. we should be as educated as possible to be successful in real estate business.
Thanks for the read! Nice one..

KIM

By: Konferens

Konferens — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 13:00:11 +0000

The cost of having a self-directed IRA varies. Some administrators charge according to the total value of assets in the account. For example, if your self-directed IRA is worth $75,000, the annual fee might be 1% or $750. Some firms charge a flat fee per asset you hold in the account, while others charge a transaction fee each time they handle a task for you.Its just way to expensive!!

By: blog.lakehome.com

blog.lakehome.com — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:27:18 +0000

Roland,

Your 100% correct. So many of my clients actually have lost good properties because they overlook the asset part and focus on which property looks to be the best investment.