EPISODE · Aug 24, 2023 · 16 MIN
Is Michael Burry telling you to Self-Direct your IRA?
from Directed IRA Podcast · host Mark Kohler and Mat Sorensen
In this episode, we're diving into an intriguing topic - the unspoken advice from Michael Burry, the mastermind behind "The Big Short," who famously shorted the housing market. Our message is clear - self-direction is the antidote to the stock market's wild swings. He's shorting the S&P 500 and NASDAQ with $1.5 billion, betting that the market will go down, not up. Before you brush this off as just another signal, understand this isn't just about making a quick buck for Burry - it's about tactical investing. Invest in what you know; invest in tangible assets. Your IRA or 401(k) doesn't have to be solely tied to the stock market. Consider reallocating your funds into hard assets like real estate or private companies. Real estate can be a game-changer for your retirement account. Wall Street might say it's not possible, but it is. And it's not just real estate – startups, alternative energy, oil and gas, and more. If you have insider knowledge, you can capitalize on it without crossing into insider trading territory. Curious to learn more? #SelfDirectionSuccess #SmartInvestingMovesFor questions or to learn more about this episode's topic, book a call with an IRA specialist here: https://directedira.com/appointment/Other:Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.comMark J. Kohler: https://markjkohler.com/ KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.comMain Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com
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In this episode, we're diving into an intriguing topic - the unspoken advice from Michael Burry, the mastermind behind "The Big Short," who famously shorted the housing market. Our message is clear - self-direction is the antidote to the stock market's wild swings. He's shorting the S&P 500 and NASDAQ with $1.5 billion, betting that the market will go down, not up. Before you brush this off as just another signal, understand this isn't just about making a quick buck for Burry - it...
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