Directed IRA Podcast
The Directed IRA Podcast, hosted by attorneys Mat Sorensen and Mark J. Kohler, is the leading source for investors navigating the world of self-directed IRAs and 401(k)s. As co-founders of Directed IRA & Directed Trust Company (directedira.com), Mat and Mark have helped thousands of clients invest in alternative assets using tax-advantaged retirement accounts.
Episodes cover topics related to self-directing retirement accounts, such as Roth IRAs, Solo 401(k)s, real estate, private equity and venture funds, promissory notes, private placements (PPMs), start-ups, IRA/LLCs (Checkbook IRAs), and the UBIT/UDFI tax rules. The podcast also addresses prohibited transactions and shares real-world examples from investors who have successfully self-directed their retirement for decades.
Whether you're a seasoned investor or just getting started, this podcast offers practical, expert-level insights into building wealth through self-directed strategies.
Mat Sorensen is an attorney, best-selling author of The Self-Directed IRA Handbook, and CEO of Directed IRA & Directed Trust Company, a leading self-directed IRA custodian with nearly $3 billion under administration. He is a national expert on self-directed retirement strategies and a Senior Partner at KKOS Lawyers. Mat also co-hosts The Main Street Business Podcast along with Mark J. Kohler.
Mark J. Kohler is a CPA, attorney, best-selling author of six books, and a nationally recognized authority on small business tax and legal strategies. Mark serves as a Senior Partner at KKOS Lawyers and Board Member at Directed IRA Trust Company, which manages over $3 billion in assets. As the founder of the Main Street Certified Tax Advisor Program, Mark has trained thousands of CPAs and Enrolled Agents nationwide, helping millions of small business owners better navigate tax and legal strategies. Mark also co-hosts The Main Street Business Podcast along with Mat Sorensen.
Directed IRA Podcast
Solo 401(k) Contribution Limits and Deadlines - 2024
Welcome to the Direct IRA Podcast! In this episode, we're getting into the ins and outs of Solo 401(k)s – the top self-directed account for the self-employed. Join Mat Sorensen and Nate Hare as they tear apart the complexities of contribution rules, deadlines, and benefits associated with Solo 401(k)s.
⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00:09:00 - Explaining 401(k) Contributions
00:00:43:15 - Solo 401(k) Explained: The Best Retirement Plan?
00:01:07:14 - Dive into Contribution Rules & Deadlines
00:03:31:14 - Setting Up a Solo 401(k) by Year End Importance
00:05:33:05 - Crucial Considerations for S Corporations
00:07:24:15 - Contribution Limits for 2023 & 2024
00:09:04:01 - Advantages of S Corporations in Solo 401(k) Contributions
🔍 Exploring Employee & Employer Contributions:
- Understand the significance of making 401(k) contributions – both employee and employer segments.
- Clarifying 2023 deadlines and the criticality of setting up Solo 401(k)s by year-end.
- Contributions in S Corporations – decoding the complexities of W-2 and planning considerations.
- Detailed breakdowns of 2023 and 2024 contribution limits and potential strategies for maximum contributions.
Unlock the Potential:
The wealth-building capabilities of Solo 401(k)s, especially for small business owners, real estate investors, and those with no employees. Get insights into contribution strategies, nuances, and the impact on retirement savings.
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