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Bring Your Own Deal
Already found an investment opportunity? Retired.com’s Bring Your Own Deal option lets you direct your self-directed IRA to invest in the deals you discover, real estate, private placements, startups, and more.




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How Can I Bring My Own Deal to an IRA

1. Open an Account
Sign up and establish your self-directed IRA. Fully online with secure identity verification.

2. Fund Your Account
Transfer, roll over, or contribute funds to your IRA. Our team guides you through the funding process.

3. Submit Your Deal
Bring us the investment details. Our team facilitates the investment through your IRA.
Benefits Using Retired.com For Your Deals

Invest on Your Terms
You find the deal. You do the due diligence. Retired.com provides the platform and administration to execute it inside your IRA.

Expert Support
Real retirement specialists available to help process your deal and ensure it meets IRA compliance requirements. Not bots, not FAQs.

Broad Asset Flexibility
Bring deals in real estate, private equity, startups, promissory notes, private debt, and other permissible alternative assets.

Low, Transparent Fees
No hidden charges. You’ll always know exactly what you’re paying.
Ways to Fund Your Deal



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Want to understand how to bring a deal to your IRA, what documentation is required, and what IRS rules apply? Explore our resource center for guides and checklists.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Bring Your Own Deal mean?
Bring Your Own Deal (BYOD) means you source your own investment opportunity and direct your self-directed IRA to invest in it through Retired.com. You find the deal, perform your own due diligence, and our platform handles the administrative and compliance work to execute it inside your IRA.
What types of deals can I bring?
You can bring a wide range of alternative investment opportunities, including real estate purchases, private company investments, promissory notes, private equity fund commitments, startup investments, private debt instruments, and more, as long as the asset is permissible inside a self-directed IRA.
What documentation do I need to provide?
The documentation required depends on the type of investment. Common requirements include purchase agreements, subscription documents, operating agreements, and other transaction-specific paperwork. Our team will walk you through exactly what’s needed for your specific deal.
How long does it take to process a deal?
Processing times vary depending on the complexity of the investment and the completeness of the documentation provided. Simple transactions may be completed in a matter of days, while more complex deals may take longer. Our team keeps you informed throughout the process.
Are there prohibited transactions I need to watch for?
Yes. IRS rules prohibit self-dealing and transactions with disqualified persons. For example, your IRA cannot transact with you, your spouse, or certain family members. Our specialists help ensure your deal complies with IRA rules.
What fees are associated with Bring Your Own Deal?
Retired.com charges transparent fees for account administration and deal processing. There are no hidden charges. Full fee details are provided before you commit, so you know exactly what you’re paying.
Does Retired.com evaluate or endorse the deals I bring?
No. Retired.com does not provide investment advice, evaluate investment merit, or endorse any specific deal. You are responsible for your own due diligence and investment decisions. Retired.com provides the platform, custody, and administrative services to facilitate the investment inside your IRA.
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