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Directed IRA PodcastAuthor: Mat Sorensen and Mark Kohler
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. Language: en Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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New Legislation Targets Self-Directed IRAs
Episode 7
Thursday, 23 July, 2026
Looking to take more control of your retirement investments? Directed IRA helps investors diversify beyond traditional stocks and mutual funds by investing retirement funds into alternative assets like real estate, private funds, private lending, startups, crypto, and more. Schedule a call to get started: https://directedira.com/appointment/We've also published a detailed breakdown of the proposed legislation and what it could mean for self-directed IRA investors:https://directedira.com/new-legislation-targeting-self-directed-iras/Self-directed IRAs have helped investors build wealth by investing in alternative assets like real estate, private companies, private lending, crypto, and more. Now, a newly proposed bill in Washington, D.C. has sparked concerns about the future of retirement accounts.In this video, we break down the proposed legislation, why it was introduced, who it targets, and what it could mean for self-directed IRA investors. We also discuss what the proposal does not change, including the ability to continue self-directing your retirement account under current law.Whether you're already investing with a self-directed IRA or just exploring your options, this episode will help you understand the facts behind the headlines and what to watch as the proposal moves through Congress.In this video, you'll learn:• What the proposed legislation aims to change• Who could be affected by the bill• Why retirement accounts over $10 million are being targeted• What remains unchanged for most self-directed IRA investors• What to keep an eye on as the proposal developsFollow for more education on self-directed IRAs, alternative investments, and retirement strategies to help you invest with confidence.For questions or to learn more about this episode's topic, book a call with an IRA specialist here: https://directedira.com/appointment/Interested in learning more about alternative investments? Join us this year at the Alternative Asset Summit October 22 & 23, where you'll hear from industry experts and connect with like-minded investors exploring new ways to build wealth: https://altassetsummit.com/Other:Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.comMark J. Kohler: https://markjkohler.com/ KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.comMain Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com













