Should My Trust be the Beneficiary of My IRA?

Learn how to take control of your retirement - https://directedira.com/In this episode, Mat and Mark dive into one of the most overlooked yet critical aspects of retirement and estate planning—who should be the beneficiary of your IRA? Should it be your spouse? Your kids? Or your trust? They break down the tax implications, legal requirements, and best practices to ensure your wealth is passed on efficiently and securely. With real-life stories and clear action steps, this episode is a must-listen for anyone with a retirement account. 00:00 – Welcome & Why This Topic Matters00:25 – The Common Mistake Most People Make01:02 – Why Trusts Often Get Left Out01:58 – The Life Insurance Horror Story03:19 – Why Beneficiary Designations Rule All04:04 – Tips for Married Couples: Spouse First, Trust Second05:08 – Why a Trust Helps with Minor or At-Risk Children06:08 – Asset Protection & Special Needs Planning06:50 – What Is a See-Through Trust?08:06 – The IRS Rules & Structural Requirements09:40 – Action Items: Audit, Update, Organize11:00 – Wrapping Up: The Power of Being OrganizedTo get a comprehensive tax and legal plan get to my law firm KKOS Lawyers, https://kkoslawyers.com. For questions or to learn more about this episode's topic, book a call with an IRA specialist here: https://directedira.com/appointment/Interested in learning more about alternative investments? Join us this year at the Alternative Asset Summit October 22 & 23, where you'll hear from industry experts and connect with like-minded investors exploring new ways to build wealth: https://altassetsummit.com/Other:Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.comMark J. Kohler: https://markjkohler.com/ KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.comMain Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com