Show Notes

Did you know most investors overlook one of the largest sources of untapped capital? In this episode, Michael sits down with Kaaren Hall, founder of UDirect IRA and author of The BiggerPockets Guide to Self-Directed IRA Investing, to break down exactly how GPs and LPs can use retirement funds to invest in real estate. You’ll learn the rules, the risks, and how to avoid major tax pitfalls. Whether you’re trying to raise capital or build wealth passively, this episode is a must-listen for serious investors ready to scale smarter.

Key Takeaways

What Self-Directed IRAs Actually Let You Do

  • A self-directed IRA (SDIRA) allows you to invest in alternative assets—real estate, crypto, notes, even startups.

  • The process is simple: open the account, fund it with cash, and direct it into deals.

  • Your IRA—not you personally—takes title to the investment, and all income and expenses flow through the IRA.

Avoid These Prohibited Transactions

  • Disqualified parties include you, your spouse, parents, kids, and fiduciaries—no deals allowed with them.

  • The transaction must be 100% arm’s length.

  • You can't use IRA funds to benefit yourself now; it must all be for retirement benefit later.

Using Self-Directed IRAs for Syndications

  • The #1 use of SDIRAs today is for investing passively in real estate syndications.

  • GPs should always ask investors, “Do you have retirement funds you’d like to use?”

  • LPs need to submit subscription documents through the IRA custodian—not personally.

UBIT and UDFI: What Every Investor Must Understand

  • If leverage is involved, expect possible taxes—even in your IRA.

  • UDFI (Unrelated Debt Financed Income) can apply when a property has a mortgage.

  • Solo 401(k)s are often exempt from UDFI on acquisition debt—this makes them powerful tools for active investors.

Roth vs. Traditional IRA: Strategic Tax Play

  • Roth IRAs offer tax-free growth and withdrawals if conditions are met (59½ and 5 years).

  • Backdoor Roths and Roth SEPs (via Secure Act 2.0) create powerful tax planning opportunities.

  • Consider doing a Roth conversion during a low-income year to minimize taxes.

New Legislation Brings Alternatives into 401(k) Plans

  • Recent federal changes may allow employer 401(k) plans to invest in “funds of alternative assets.”

  • This won’t let employees buy real estate directly, but it could open doors for real estate funds and syndications to receive 401(k) capital.

  • The Department of Labor is still reviewing implementation, but this could be game-changing for capital access.

 

Connect with Kaaren Hall

  • Website: udirectira.com

  • Free Guide: Available on the homepage

  • Book: The BiggerPockets Guide to Self-Directed IRA Investing (available on Amazon)

 

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