Guidant Financial Group Blog

Self-directed IRA investors often call Guidant in hopes of gaining insight into where our clients are investing their retirement dollars. While we cannot discuss the particulars of client transactions or recommend any specific investments, we can share we have seen a rising interest (again) in domestic real estate – primarily rental properties.

Recently, we have heard many that see opportunity because of tighter credit markets. It is harder to get qualified for loans than just six months ago and because there are fewer buyers, more inventory sitting on the market. More inventory means that sellers are more likely to negotiate – making this a buyers (or investors!) market. Today, many investors feel they can buy real estate at lower prices and charge a premium to rent the same place.

You may consider diversifying some of your retirement assets in to different markets and different assets. The beauty of self-directed IRAs is that you get to make that choice.