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Benefits of Alternative Investments

Many investors still are not aware that they can invest in alternative investments. Anything that does not fall within the definition of traditional stock and bonds can be loosely defined as alternative investments. These types of investments have many benefits … Continue reading

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Investing in Private Placement in your IRA

Self-directed IRAs allow for alternative investment options not held within the stock market. Mountain West IRA allows for you to invest in Private Placements. These are either private stocks or equity within a company.  Your self-directed IRA will obtain the … Continue reading

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Investing in Raw Land

When investors with self-directed IRAs consider investing in real estate, they usually think of rental properties or homes they can flip instead of raw land. For many people it can be difficult to imagine the potential of vacant land and … Continue reading

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