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# What is a self-directed IRA?

A self-directed IRA is similar to an average IRA you might open through a bank or broker—except you aren’t limited to investments in the stock market. Instead, a variety of asset investment options are open to you, including precious metals. Enjoying the same tax advantages, you can diversify your portfolio and use your funds to invest in what you trust.