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7 Key Tax Considerations for Self-Directed IRA Investors

Self-Directed IRAs offer freedom and tax advantages, but they also come with important responsibilities. Learn what to consider for contributions, distributions, and compliance to maintain your account’s tax-advantaged status while investing in alternative assets.

April 11, 2025

In the News IRS Rules and Regulations

IRS Updates 2025: What to Know About the New Solo 401(k) Contribution Limits

See how much you can contribute to a Solo 401(k) annually as the IRS updates 2025 contribution limits. Learn about the benefits of a Self-Directed Solo 401(k) and contact Broad Financial to open your account today.

February 19, 2025

IRS Rules and Regulations Solo 401(k)

Everything You Need To Know About Self-Directed IRA LLC Tax Filing

As a Self-Directed IRA LLC account holder, you are responsible for understanding when taxes are due and what IRS forms are required. Broad Financial’s Self-Directed IRA LLC Specialists can answer your questions today.

March 21, 2023

IRA LLC IRS Rules and Regulations

What is UBIT? Unrelated Business Income Tax Explained for Self-Directed IRAs

Key Points UBIT (Unrelated Business Income Tax) is a tax charged from running an active business out of your tax-advantaged retirement account. To determine if UBIT applies to your investment consider asking: (1) Is the income received active? and (2) Was the investment leveraged with debt? To file for UBIT on your tax return, complete […]

September 30, 2022

IRS Rules and Regulations

Contribution Limits

As of 2023, people 50 and under can contribute $6,500 in an IRA. The amount individuals over 50 can contribute is $7,500. The limit for SEP IRAs is $66,000.For Solo 401(k)s the limit is $66,000 (under 50) and $73,500 (over 50). Whether you’re permitted to contribute the maximum, though, will be determined by your self-employment […]

March 30, 2022

Account Maintenance IRS Rules and Regulations

5500-EZ FAQs

When does a Solo 401(k) need to file a 5500-EZ? If the total of the Solo 401(k) plan assets, (and the assets of all other plans maintained by you or your business,) exceed $250,000 at the end of the plan year, you are required to file Form 5500-EZ. The end of the plan year is […]

March 30, 2022

IRS Rules and Regulations

What is Tax-Deferred Investing

The defining characteristic of any retirement investment is the fact that the investor realizes a tax benefit because of it. In exchange for putting aside money that will help fund your retirement, the government is willing to give you a tax incentive. For standard retirement plans this incentive comes in the form of a tax […]

March 30, 2022

IRS Rules and Regulations Self Directed IRA

What is UBIT in a Self Directed Real Estate IRA?

UBIT Definition UBIT stands for Unrelated Business Income Tax. This is a tax that applies to the profits of an active business owned by a Self-Directed retirement account. Most investors never run into it, because the types of investments favored by the Self-Directed platform are normally passive in nature and thus are tax deferred, (or […]

March 30, 2022

IRS Rules and Regulations Real Estate Investing

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