# Directed IRA: Take Control Of Your Retirement with a Self\-Directed IRA \(SDIRA\)

> Directed IRA is a self\-directed IRA custodian helping investors use IRAs, Solo 401\(k\)s, HSAs, and other retirement accounts to invest in real estate, private equity, cryptocurrency, precious metals, and other alternative assets\.

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## Pages
- [Open Account](https://directedira.com/open-accounts/): Open a self\-directed IRA account today and gain control over your retirement investments\. Our easy and secure account setup process allows you to invest in alternative assets such as real estate, private equity, and precious metals\. Enjoy tax\-advantaged growth and diversify your portfolio\. Start your financial freedom journey with DirectedIRA\.com\.
- [About Us](https://directedira.com/about-directed-ira/)
- [Invest Account](https://directedira.com/invest-account/): Invest in a wide range of alternative assets, including real estate, private equity, cryptocurrencies, and more\. Our user\-friendly platform and expert support make it easy to diversify your portfolio and maximize your returns\. 
- [Promissory Notes \& Private Lending](https://directedira.com/promissory-notes/)
- [Checkbook IRA LLC](https://directedira.com/ira-llc/): Learn how to use an IRA/LLC, also known as a Checkbook IRA, to gain control over your retirement investments\. Self\-direct your IRA and invest in what you know with ease at Directed IRA\.

## Posts
- [Solo 401\(k\): Retirement Planning for the Self\-Employed](https://directedira.com/solo-401k-retirement-planning/): Join Mat Sorensen, CEO of Directed IRA, for an educational webinar covering Solo 401\(k\) eligibility, setup, 2026 contribution limits, and important deadlines\. Learn how self\-employed individuals and small business owners can use Solo 401\(k\)s to maximize retirement savings and take advantage of unique plan features\.
- [How Smart Investors Are Converting to Roth Using Notes](https://directedira.com/how-smart-investors-are-converting-to-roth-using-notes/): Join Directed IRA and note investing expert Eddie Speed to explore how first mortgage notes can create opportunities for tax\-efficient Roth IRA conversions\. Learn how note valuations impact conversion costs, the steps involved in converting Traditional IRA funds to a Roth IRA, and how investors can use this strategy to pursue tax\-free retirement income\.
- [What Is a Self\-Directed IRA? \(And How It Works\)](https://directedira.com/what-is-a-self-directed-ira-and-how-it-works/): Join Directed IRA’s Daniel Tercey for a practical introduction to Self\-Directed IRAs, including alternative investment options, funding methods, IRS rules, and the step\-by\-step investment process\.
- [How Your IRA can Invest in Venture or Startups](https://directedira.com/how-your-ira-can-invest-in-venture-or-startups/): Join Mat Sorensen and Ankur Nagpal for a discussion on using Self\-Directed IRAs to invest in venture capital, startups, and private companies\. Learn how private\-market investing works inside an IRA, key rules to understand, and where venture may fit within a long\-term portfolio\.
- [Investing Beyond the Stock Market with a Self\-Directed IRA](https://directedira.com/investing-beyond-the-stock-market-with-a-self-directed-ira/): Learn the fundamentals of Self\-Directed IRAs with Directed IRA’s Daniel Tercey\. This beginner\-friendly webinar covers how SDIRAs work, the alternative assets you can invest in, funding options, key compliance rules, and the steps involved in making your first investment\.

## Affiliates
- [Melanin Money](https://directedira.com/sdira/melanin-money/)
- [Number Crunch Nerds](https://directedira.com/sdira/numbercrunchnerds/)
- [BitCoin HSA](https://directedira.com/sdira/bitcoinhsa/)
- [BA REIA](https://directedira.com/sdira/bareia/)
- [Jerry Ruffin](https://directedira.com/sdira/jruff/)

## Relationships
- [Streamline Companies](https://directedira.com/relationship/streamline/)
- [Kingscrowd One](https://directedira.com/relationship/kingscrowdone/)
- [Act Now Education](https://directedira.com/relationship/act-now-education/)

## Categories
- [Podcasts](https://directedira.com/category/podcasts/)
- [Webinars](https://directedira.com/category/webinars/)
- [Articles \& Videos](https://directedira.com/category/blog/)
- [Downloads \& Guides](https://directedira.com/category/downloads/)
- [Calculators](https://directedira.com/category/calculators/)

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