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For 40 years, The Entrust Group has provided account administration services for self-directed retirement and tax-advantaged plans. Entrust can assist you in purchasing alternative investments with your retirement funds, and administer the buying and selling of assets that are typically unavailable through banks and brokerage firms.

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Investing in What You Value: ESGs

Investing in What You Value: ESGs

ESG stands for environmental, social and governance. ESGs are based on environmental, social, and governance factors and their potential for returns.
3 Things You Need to Know About Qualified Charitable Distributions

3 Things You Need to Know About Qualified Charitable Distributions

Qualified charitable distributions through self-directed IRAs are now tax-exempt for 2016 and beyond. This is what you need to know.
Do You Have What it Takes to Become an Angel Investor?

Do You Have What it Takes to Become an Angel Investor?

Angel investors are typically high net-worth individuals interested in riskier investments. The cash they use to invest is their own.
Cost of Living Adjustments in 2021 and How They Affect Your IRA

Cost of Living Adjustments in 2021 and How They Affect Your IRA

COLAs are announced by the IRS every fall. The amount you can contribute to your IRA or deduct on your tax return can change based on the year’s COLAs.
Your Tax Strategy for 2021

Your Tax Strategy for 2021

Getting ready to file your tax return? Here's a post-tax routine to simplify your 2021 taxes.
Reporting Common IRA Transactions on Individual Tax Returns

Reporting Common IRA Transactions on Individual Tax Returns

Let’s take a look at some of the most commonly asked questions about IRA transactions.
The Easy Way to Pay Your Real Estate Investment Expenses

The Easy Way to Pay Your Real Estate Investment Expenses

Paying for expenses when you, yourself own a property is a no-brainer. Paying expenses on a property your IRA owns requires a little more forethought.
Fair Market Valuations: What They Are and How To Report Them

Fair Market Valuations: What They Are and How To Report Them

The fair market value of an IRA must be reported to the IRS by December 31 each year.