Take Control of Your Retirement with a Self-Directed IRA

At FreedomTrust, we empower investors to take greater control over their retirement savings through Self-Directed IRAs (SDIRAs) and IRA-owned LLC structures.


Our goal is to give you the freedom to diversify your retirement portfolio — while maintaining professional oversight, compliant administration, and secure custody.

Why a Self-Directed IRA?


A Self-Directed IRA allows you to invest in a broader range of assets beyond traditional stocks and bonds, including:


  • Real estate and private placements
  • Gold, silver, and other precious metals
  • Bitcoin and digital assets
  • Private lending, startups, and more



We help you navigate the process so your retirement account remains compliant with IRS rules and structured for long-term success.

Our SDIRA Service Options

We partner with a regulated U.S. trust custodian to provide secure, IRS-approved IRA administration without being tied to a single asset type or platform.

Option 1: Standard Self-Directed IRA

Ideal for: Clients who want direct access to alternative investments through a qualified custodian.
Setup Fee: $0
Annual Custody Fee: Included with FreedomTrust advisory services

Highlights:

  • Access to a wide range of approved asset classes
  • Simple account setup and funding process
  • Secure online portal for transparency and control
  • FreedomTrust support for investment review and documentation

Option 2: IRA-Owned LLC (“Checkbook Control”)

Ideal for: Clients seeking maximum flexibility and direct transactional authority over IRA assets.
Setup Fee: $895 (includes LLC formation, operating agreement, and bank account)
Annual Support Fee: $195 + applicable state renewal fee

Highlights:

  • Your IRA owns a dedicated LLC created for investment purposes
  • Full checkbook control for faster investment execution
  • Custom LLC operating agreement drafted for IRA compliance
  • Dedicated support for setup, renewals, and ongoing questions
  • FreedomTrust guidance to ensure proper documentation and coordination with the custodian

Choosing the Right Path

We’ll help you determine which structure best fits your goals, experience level, and asset strategy.

Setup Fee Annual Fee Best For
Standard Self-Directed IRA $0 Included Simplicity and compliance support
IRA-Owned LLC $895 $195 + state fee Full control and investment flexibility
Choose your path

Contact us for a consultation

Ensure the security and expert management of your digital assets. Contact us today for a consultation and take the first step towards a secure and prosperous investment journey.

FreedomTrust LLC (“FreedomTrust") is a Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA") located in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. FreedomTrust provides investment advisory and related services for clients nationally. FreedomTrust will maintain all applicable registration and licenses as required by the various states in which FreedomTrust conducts business, as applicable. FreedomTrust renders individualized responses to persons in a particular state only after complying with all regulatory requirements, or pursuant to an applicable state exemption or exclusion. View Disclosures.