Investment Diversification – Use a Self-Directed IRA
September 18th, 2009
Most company 401(K) plans offer limited investment options which generally are tied to the equity and/or bond markets. Self-Directed IRA’s have been available since 1974. They provide a way to truly diversify your overall investment portfolio and offset the risk of having too narrow exposure to one asset class – stocks.
Prudent diversification enhances safety and return.
Many employers allow you to reposition 401(K) money into a Self-Directed IRA containing investments of your choice. Read how a Self-Directed IRA could work for you here… in the Articles section.