The basics

What a self-directed account is, what it can hold, and what it cannot.

• Can my IRA own rental property?
  Yes. An IRA has been allowed to own real estate since IRAs were created, including single family rentals, small multifamily, and commercial buildings. You need a cus...
• What is a self-directed IRA, really?
  A self-directed IRA is an ordinary IRA held at a custodian that is willing to hold assets other than stocks, bonds, and funds. The tax rules are identical to any oth...