The answer is... Yes!
I am quite sure that many of us have contributed funds in both 401(K) or IRA and have been accruing it from previous employers. However, most of us lack the requisite knowledge on how to invest in real estate syndications using these funds without receiving early withdrawal penalties. The main benefit of implementing this strategy is the potential for tremendous financial growth. Many investors are putting their retirement accounts to good use by investing in real estate. They also enjoy the benefits of these investments while avoiding early withdrawal penalties.
Steps to invest in Real Estate Syndication with an IRA and 401(k)
Step 1: Find a Self-Directed Custodian
The first step you will need to take in this process is to transfer your existing IRA or 401k into a self-directed IRA (SDIRA) or a self-directed 401(k). With this type of account, you can diversify your investment beyond the traditional stocks and bonds to include real estate, as well as other alternatives. To begin the process of searching for a Self-directed custodian, search engines like Google will come in handy. Try to evaluate each of the results or options it delivers. Check the type of investments permitted, including fees, both upfront and ongoing. It’s also very important to understand the investment process of each custodian. If you need professional guidance and assistance, our team at Fort + Home collaborates with several reputable custodians and can guide you in the right direction.
Step 2: Sign the Private Placement Memorandum (PPM)
After following the first step in this process, you’ll need to sign a Private Placement Memorandum (PPM). The Private Placement Memorandum specifies the roles and responsibilities of all stakeholders involved, the equity ownership distribution, and the legal requirements of the investment. The PPM needs to be signed by the Custodian's representatives and the process may differ based on the custodian.
Step 3: Wire Funds from Your SDIRA to the Syndication
It can take as long as 10 days to several weeks to transfer funds from your SDIRA to the chosen real estate syndication. You’ll need to plan so you don’t miss out on investment opportunities due to processing delays. Once the transfer process for the wired funds is complete, you can now invest and manage your retirement savings with a great deal of flexibility.
Why Choose Real Estate for Your Retirement Investments?
You get several advantages when you invest in real estate through your retirement account, in addition to diversification and protection against market volatility. Real estate offers both short-term income and long-term growth. They are tangible assets that historically appreciate over time, unlike traditional investments that are primarily tied to the stock market. During the period of high inflation, real estate can be an excellent investment opportunity. Inflation rates exceeded 6% as of March 2023. This revelation triggered investors, who sought to preserve their purchasing power, to find returns that outpace inflation. The impressive returns real estate provides make it a perfect option for your retirement portfolio.
The Benefits of a Self-Directed Retirement Account
Self-directed retirement account provides investors with the flexibility of choosing from a wide range of investments including real estate, commodities, private placements, and more. This flexibility gives you the ability to improve your portfolio profile by including high-return investment opportunities that can accelerate your retirement savings.
Transitioning from a Traditional IRA or 401(k) to a SDIRA
If you want to transition your retirement funds to SDIRA, you can choose to either roll over or transfer your existing account. When you initiate an IRA transfer, funds are moved from one custodian to another without any fees or taxes. For 401 (k), you’ll need to make use of the rollover option. The rollover option gives you the ability to move funds to an IRA after leaving your employer.
Real Estate Debt Funds: A Secure Investment
The real estate debt fund is one of the most attractive options for SDIRA investments. These funds help to provide consistent, stable cashflows through interest payment by investing in real estate loans and mortgages. Compared to traditional equity investments, they offer to reduce risk and can provide significant tax advantages. The real estate debt fund also helps to avoid taxes associated with unrelated debt-finance income (UDFI) and unrelated business taxable income (UBTI).
The Fort + Home Value Add Debt Fund
At Fort + Home, we offer the Value-Add Debt Fund (VDF), which provides a consistent 9-10% cash-on-cash return with lower risk compared to traditional equity investments. You can enjoy monthly interest payments secured by mortgages on the properties by investing in our VDF through an SDIRA. If you are looking to build short-term retirement wealth with high-yield, reduced-risk opportunities, the Value-Add Debt Fund we offer is perfect for you. Over the next three years, our highly trained fund managers anticipate a growing opportunity to acquire properties from distressed sellers, making liquidity from investors very crucial.
For those looking for short-term returns in the real estate market, the VDF is an amazing investment choice. If you have any questions, or concerns or need further information, feel free to contact us at investors@fortandhome.com. We are here to help you build sustainable wealth and secure a stable financial future through strategic real estate investments.
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