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With a Universal IRA from Equity Trust, enjoy true investment freedom. Get the tools and technology you need to invest in traditional and alternative investments…all in a single IRA.
It’s as simple as 1-2-3. Open and fund your new Universal IRA, then start investing in the almost endless possibilities.
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Purchase alternative investments or traditional assets available via a linked brokerage account – all on one platform
It’s now easier than ever to find potential investment opportunities for your Universal IRA. Investment District provides an online listing of available platforms and providers in the cryptocurrency, lending, private equity/crowdfunding, and turnkey real estate asset classes.
Locate an Investment OpportunityDiscover why clients from all 50 states have entrusted us with 403,000+ accounts holding $58 billion in retirement assets under custody and administration.**
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I decided to sell a property in my account. So very easy. I sent the info to them and the buyer’s attorney. three weeks later I had my money in my account and two weeks later I had the original deed and other paperwork for my files. Simple and easy.
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Equity Trust Company is a directed custodian and does not provide tax, legal or investment advice. Any information communicated by Equity Trust Company is for educational purposes only, and should not be construed as tax, legal or investment advice. Whenever making an investment decision, please consult with your tax attorney or financial professional. Equity Institutional services institutional clients of Equity Trust Company. Brokerage Services Available Through ETC Brokerage Services, Member SIPC, and FINRA. *Founded in 1974 | Self-Directed IRA Custodian since 1983. The predecessor business to Equity Trust Company was established in 1974 and the IRS approved as a custodian in 1983. **Assets under custody and administration as of 01/01/2025. 1ici.org, total assets in IRAs as of 12/2023
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© 2025 Equity Trust®. All rights reserved.
Equity Trust Company is a directed custodian and does not provide tax, legal or investment advice. Any information communicated by Equity Trust Company is for educational purposes only, and should not be construed as tax, legal or investment advice. Whenever making an investment decision, please consult with your tax attorney or financial professional. Equity Institutional services institutional clients of Equity Trust Company. Brokerage Services Available Through ETC Brokerage Services, Member SIPC, and FINRA. *Founded in 1974 | Self-Directed IRA Custodian since 1983. The predecessor business to Equity Trust Company was established in 1974 and the IRS approved as a custodian in 1983. **Assets under custody and administration as of 01/01/2025. 1ici.org, total assets in IRAs as of 12/2023
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