secured by tangible assets such as real estate and precious metals.
NVM: Why do you think self-directed retirement accounts have proven to be more popular in an unstable economy?
Dahdah: Self-directed IRAs have
proven more popular because they offer virtually unlimited investment choices. Americans are seeking more control over their finances, and self-directed IRAs provide the ultimate level of investment control. Investors can direct their hardearned savings into assets they understand and are comfortable with instead of feeling that they have to choose from a limited list of stock market investments that they may not have confidence in or truly understand the risks of.
NVM: What kind of client is the ideal candidate for pursuing a self-directed retirement plan? self-directed IRA is anyone who has funds in a retirement account, wants to diversify beyond the stock market, and seeks more personal control over their retirement savings.
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NVM: If you could offer one piece of
advice to anyone looking to enter into an alternative investment transaction, what would it be?
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company that not only specializes in alternative investment IRA administration but also provides the education, support, and timely personalized service at a competitive price. One company in particular comes to mind—Vantage!
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NVM: If someone is interested in
learning more about Vantage SelfDirected Retirement Plans, where can they go to take the first steps?
Dahdah: The best place to learn more about Vantage Self-Directed Retirement Plans is our website, VantageIRAs.com. I encourage your readers to spend a little time educating themselves within our website at Vantage’s IRA Knowledge Channel, VTV, or to register for one of our free weekly workshops.
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