Reasons why a self-directed IRA makes sense.

1. You may see more profit potential in a private investment than public stock.

2. Real estate investments combine appreciation and income. The purchase of real estate through a self-directed retirement plan gives you the freedom to invest in non-traditional assets, such as single-family and multi-unit homes, apartment buildings, co-ops, condominiums, improved or unimproved land, commercial property, and more.

What it comes down to is if you have a lot of money in an IRA and want to expand your investments beyond traditional securities, a self-directed IRA helps you to do what you want with your money.