Precious Metals IRA
Tangible assets within a retirement structure.
A self-directed IRA allows you to hold IRS-approved physical precious metals within a tax-advantaged retirement account — the same account structure you may already be familiar with, simply holding a different class of asset.
This is not a gimmick or a loophole. It is an established structure within the U.S. tax code that allows qualified investors to diversify their retirement holdings beyond traditional equities and bonds.
It may be appropriate for investors who already have meaningful retirement savings in traditional vehicles and want to introduce a degree of diversification — not as a replacement, but as a complement to existing positions.
The Process, Simply Explained
1. Private Consultation
Understand the structure and determine whether it warrants further consideration.
2. Custodian & Account Setup
Establish or use a self-directed IRA with a qualified custodian.
3. Transfer or Rollover
Your custodian coordinates the movement of eligible retirement assets according to applicable rules.
4. Select Your Metals
Review available IRA-eligible products and pricing with Asher.
5. Direct the Purchase
You authorize your custodian to release funds for the selected purchase.
6. Fulfillment & Storage
Asher coordinates delivery to an approved third-party depository.
Who Does What?
Every Party Has a Role.
You:
Choose whether the structure is appropriate for your circumstances and authorize the transaction.
Us:
Provides product information and pricing, facilitates the purchase and coordinates fulfillment.
IRA Custodian:
Administers the IRA, processes required paperwork and remits payment to the dealer.
Depository:
Receives and stores the physical metals on behalf of the IRA.
Considering a Precious Metals IRA?
Begin with a conversation.
We'll explain how the structure works, walk through the roles of the custodian and depository, and answer your questions before you decide whether a Precious Metals IRA makes sense for you.