Tag Archives: Investor

Investing in Private Placement in your IRA

Posted on July 8, 2016 by Megan Galane

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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The Basics of Limited Partnerships

Posted on May 27, 2016 by Megan Galane

In a partnership, which is a type of unincorporated business organization, multiple individuals, called general partners, manage the business and are equally liable to the debts of the business. Investors can invest their Self-Directed IRA in these businesses. These investors … Continue reading →

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Non-Traditional Assets

Posted on March 25, 2016 by Megan Galane

Some investors do not realize it is legal to purchase non-traditional assets using an IRA. In 1974, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act passed the responsibility of retirement savings from the employer to the employee. The next year, IRAs … Continue reading →

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Savings Tips for Millennials

Posted on July 24, 2015 by Megan Galane

Millennials are struggling to save and pay off student debt at the same time, putting them behind in the retirement savings area. The ones that are managing to save, aren’t saving what experts consider enough. There are some things they … Continue reading →

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The Lazy Man’s Retirement Plan

Posted on May 15, 2015 by Megan Galane

At the end of the day, most people just want to relax and turn off their brains. They don’t want to think about their retirement accounts or investments. However, not keeping these things in mind, and making time for them … Continue reading →

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How to Save $1 Million for Retirement

Posted on February 26, 2015 by Megan Galane

Although the goal of saving $1 million for retirement seems a little farfetched, with some planning and good decisions, it can be a reality. So here are five tips to help you get there: Take advantage of compounding Starting early … Continue reading →

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Self-directed IRA Investment Idea: Investing in a Bed-and-Breakfast

Posted on January 15, 2014 by Megan Galane

Even in a sluggish economy, bed-and-breakfasts are a popular choice for tourists seeking lodging off the beaten path. They offer guests the opportunity to socialize with other travelers in a more intimate setting. Many countries offer a variation of the … Continue reading →

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5 Steps to Test Drive Your Retirement

Posted on December 26, 2013 by Megan Galane

Retirement is looming ever closer, but is there any good way to prepare for it? After all, you’ve probably never retired before. To take some of the uncertainty out of retirement, here are 5 steps to test drive retirement before … Continue reading →

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7 Tips for New Investors

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Megan Galane

While self-directed IRAs offer a wealth of investment possibilities, getting started with investing can be a daunting task for new investors. While we do not make any recommendations about investments, for six years Mountain West IRA has been showing individuals … Continue reading →

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Top 5 Myths About Self-Directed IRAs Demystified

Posted on December 4, 2013 by Megan Galane

They’re difficult to set up—while it might be difficult to navigate the process entirely on your own, setting up a self-directed IRA with Mountain West IRA is simple. When you open your account with us, our step-by-step process provides you with a blueprint to … Continue reading →

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