While most individual retirement plans focus on stocks and bonds, self-directed IRAs allow you to invest in a broader range of assets, from petting zoos and laser tag arenas to residential real estate ...

It’s common for clients to hold a significant amount of their wealth within retirement accounts. It’s also becoming much more common for clients to develop an interest in managing their own ...

If you’re looking for more flexibility in your retirement savings, a self-directed IRA (SDIRA) might be worth considering. Unlike a traditional or Roth IRA that typically limits you to mutual funds, ...

Self-directed individual retirement accounts come with tax advantages and access to alternative investments — along with major technical caveats and the risk of costly mistakes. That's why it's ...

Small business owners looking to offer competitive retirement plans should consider self-directed SIMPLE IRAs. Plans like these provide greater investment flexibility than traditional options, making ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bob Carlson researches all facets of retirement finances. A coalition of regulators recently issued warnings about the risks of ...