To book a call with an IRA specialist!: https://directedira.com/appointment/ In this episode, Mat and Mark break down the powerful strategy of using a Self-Directed IRA for private money lending. Learn how your retirement account can act like a bank—lending money to real estate investors or businesses, earning interest and points, all while growing tax-free or tax-deferred. 0:00 - Introduction to Private Lending with a Self-Directed IRA 1:20 - What is a Self-Directed IRA and How It Works 3:00 - Retirement Accounts You Can Use for Private Lending 4:26 - Secured vs. Unsecured Loans – What the Bank Would Do 6:23 - Debunking Private Lending Myths and Managing Risk 9:25 - Key Legal Docs: Promissory Note, Deed of Trust, UCC Liens 11:48 - Should You Lend Through Your IRA or an LLC? 14:30 - Lending Criteria: Property, Borrower, and Strategy 18:00 - Common Mistakes in Private Lending and How to Avoid Them 21:46 - Understanding Loan Terms: Interest, Points, and Payment Structures 28:26 - Tax-Free and Tax-Deferred Growth in Your Retirement Account 34:06 - How to Find Private Lending Opportunities and Deal Flow 36:32 - Balancing Action vs. Analysis – Know Thyself as an Investor 37:59 - Final Thoughts and Legal Disclaimer Directed IRA Homepage: https://directedira.com/ Directed IRA Explore (Linktree): https://linktr.ee/SelfDirectedIRA Book a Call: https://directedira.com/appointment/ Other : Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.com & https://linktr.ee/MatSorensen KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.com Main Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com
