Getting Started
New to self-directed investing? Learn what a self-directed IRA is (SDIRA), how our custodian model works, which account type fits, and how to open one.
14 articles
- What is a Self-Directed IRA (SDIRA)?
- How Retired.com works — the platform and custodian model explained
- Your responsibilities vs. Retired.com's and Digital Trust's responsibilities
- Who should use a Self-Directed IRA?
- Traditional IRA — overview and eligibility
- Roth IRA — overview and eligibility
- SEP IRA — overview and eligibility
- SIMPLE IRA — overview and eligibility
- Solo 401(k) — overview and eligibility
- Step-by-step: how to open an account
- What to have ready before you apply
- Identity verification — what to expect
- How long does account opening take?
- Your Account Representative — who they are and how they help you