If you are interested in diversifying your retirement portfolio with physical metals using funds from a self-directed IRA, an old 401(k), a Roth or SEP IRA, there are 3 easy steps to follow. The first step is to complete the required paperwork. Equity Trust Company, an independent IRA custodian, offers helpful information regarding self-directed IRAs. Click on the button below to download the forms necessary to get started with a precious metals IRA. Once your paperwork is complete and an account has been created, the second step is to transfer the qualified funds to the custodian. The third and final step, once funds are received, is to select and purchase the precious metals for your IRA account.

NOTE: IRA eligible gold, silver and/or platinum coins and/or bars must meet minimum percentages of fineness. Gold products require a minimum fineness of 99.5%; silver coins require a minimum fineness of 99.9%; and platinum products require a minimum fineness of 99.95%. Some exceptions apply.

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