138 episodes

A show dedicated to educating and informing self-directed IRA and 401(k) investors on strategies, investments, legal structures, tax rules, and pitfalls. Hosted by tax lawyers Mat Sorensen and Mark Kohler who are also co-founders of Directed IRA & Directed Trust Company (https://directedira.com) where they have provided self-directed accounts for thousands of customers. They cover and discuss Roth IRAs, solo(k)s, prohibited transactions, real estate, start-ups, notes, PPMs, PE/VC Funds, UBIT/UDFI, IRA/LLCs (aka, checkbook IRAs), and share examples and stories from their thousands of clients who have self-directed their retirement for decades. 

Directed IRA Podcast Mat Sorensen and Mark Kohler

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    • 4.8 • 140 Ratings

A show dedicated to educating and informing self-directed IRA and 401(k) investors on strategies, investments, legal structures, tax rules, and pitfalls. Hosted by tax lawyers Mat Sorensen and Mark Kohler who are also co-founders of Directed IRA & Directed Trust Company (https://directedira.com) where they have provided self-directed accounts for thousands of customers. They cover and discuss Roth IRAs, solo(k)s, prohibited transactions, real estate, start-ups, notes, PPMs, PE/VC Funds, UBIT/UDFI, IRA/LLCs (aka, checkbook IRAs), and share examples and stories from their thousands of clients who have self-directed their retirement for decades. 

    What to do if you have an Inherited IRA.

    What to do if you have an Inherited IRA.

    In this episode Mark and I discuss how, Inheriting a retirement account can be overwhelming. Learn the options available for spouses and non-spouse beneficiaries, and discover how to make the most of your inheritance. Find out about the spousal rollover, investment strategies, and the importance of consulting professionals. Navigate the complexities of inherited IRAs with confidence.

    Don't forget to grab your tickets for the Self-Directed IRA Summit here!
    Learn how to take control of your retirement - https://directedira.com/

    Self-directed IRA Podcast - https://matsorensen.com/podcast/

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    Connect with Mat online:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matsorensen/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mat.sorensen.1
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matsorensen/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/matsorensen
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MatSorensen

    • 19 min
    Who's the beneficiary of your IRA or 401K? Beware!

    Who's the beneficiary of your IRA or 401K? Beware!

    In this episode, Mat and Mark emphasize the importance of proper beneficiary designations for your retirement accounts. They highlight a critical story that illustrates the significance of updating your beneficiary information, emphasizing that even if you have a will or a trust, your beneficiary designation form trumps all.

    Don't forget to grab your tickets for the Self-Directed IRA Summit here!


    Learn how to take control of your retirement - https://directedira.com/

    Self-directed IRA Podcast - https://matsorensen.com/podcast/

    Shop my products - https://shop.matsorensen.com/

    Blog & Articles - https://matsorensen.com/blog/


    Connect with Mat online:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matsorensen/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mat.sorensen.1
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matsorensen/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/matsorensen
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MatSorensen

    • 20 min
    How much you should have in your 401k by age

    How much you should have in your 401k by age

    Join us as we explore the essential guidelines and strategies for gauging your retirement savings progress. Learn about setting clear financial goals, understanding the 4% rule, and supercharging your savings through strategic planning. We'll get into investment strategies and provide age-specific savings targets to help you achieve financial security in your golden years. Tune in to take control of your financial future
    Learn how to take control of your retirement - https://directedira.com/

    Self-directed IRA Podcast - https://matsorensen.com/podcast/

    Shop my products - https://shop.matsorensen.com/

    Blog & Articles - https://matsorensen.com/blog/


    Connect with Mat online:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matsorensen/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mat.sorensen.1
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matsorensen/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/matsorensen
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MatSorensen

    • 8 min
    Open Forum: The RIGHT way to Invest with your Self-Directed IRA

    Open Forum: The RIGHT way to Invest with your Self-Directed IRA

    Learn how to take control of your retirement - https://directedira.com/

    Self-directed IRA Podcast - https://matsorensen.com/podcast/

    Shop my products - https://shop.matsorensen.com/

    Blog & Articles - https://matsorensen.com/blog/


    Connect with Mat online:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matsorensen/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mat.sorensen.1
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matsorensen/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/matsorensen
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MatSorensen

    • 40 min
    Open Forum: Self Directed Account Questions from the Internet!

    Open Forum: Self Directed Account Questions from the Internet!

    Learn how to take control of your retirement - https://directedira.com/

    Self-directed IRA Podcast - https://matsorensen.com/podcast/

    Shop my products - https://shop.matsorensen.com/

    Blog & Articles - https://matsorensen.com/blog/


    Connect with Mat online:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matsorensen/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mat.sorensen.1
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matsorensen/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/matsorensen
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MatSorensen

    • 34 min
    Open Forum: The Ins and Outs of Self-Directing Your Retirement Account

    Open Forum: The Ins and Outs of Self-Directing Your Retirement Account

    On this weeks Open Forum Live Webinar we talk about the basics of Self-Directing! From navigating prohibited transactions to maximizing retirement contributions, we cover it all. Learn about correction procedures, compliance protocols, and strategies for safeguarding your financial future. Have questions or need further guidance on self-directing your IRA? Reach out to my company  Directed IRA, and our team of experts will provide personalized assistance tailored to your needs. Subscribe now and take control of your Retirement!
    Learn how to take control of your retirement - https://directedira.com/

    Self-directed IRA Podcast - https://matsorensen.com/podcast/

    Shop my products - https://shop.matsorensen.com/

    Blog & Articles - https://matsorensen.com/blog/


    Connect with Mat online:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matsorensen/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mat.sorensen.1
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matsorensen/
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/matsorensen
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MatSorensen

    • 1 hr 5 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
140 Ratings

140 Ratings

Gay&Sweaty ,

I’m so grateful for this show!!

A five-star podcast that expertly educates self-directed IRA and 401(k) investors on so many essential topics making it an invaluable resource for those seeking to secure their financial future! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Alaskabadger ,

Better explanation

I really like the content and strategies they discuss. However, they often leave out one major detail, that you can’t move your current employer 401k money into a self-directed IRA account, which is often times where most of your retirement money is. Ultimately making all the strategies they’re discussing irrelevant.

BigRich_21 ,

Just another salesman podcast

Every 5 minutes these guys are just pitching you on their services. I educated myself on how to do this and was looking for a podcast that would talk about all the creative ways people are using these investment tools. But sadly they just ramble on and fluff up their services and make it seem your doing it wrong if you go anywhere else.

Schwab offers this now but their just going to tell you to not go their too.

I purchased all my documents and a course from a lawyer and set everything up at Schwab.

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