The IRA Cafe
The IRA Cafe
Podcast Description
Welcome to The IRA Café, the podcast where retirement planning feels as warm and inviting as your favorite coffee shop. Hosted by Jasmine Trocchia of American IRA, this show is all about making your financial future approachable, empowering, and maybe even a little fun.
When you’re saving for retirement, you’re investing—it’s as simple as that. But did you know you have a choice about what your money is invested in? While most traditional plans keep your funds in the stock market through mutual funds and individual stocks, sometimes it pays to think outside the stock market. That’s where The IRA Café comes in.
This podcast is your guide to exploring alternative investments through self-directed IRAs. Whether you’re a beginner dipping your toes into retirement planning, an experienced saver ready to diversify, or an entrepreneur looking for innovative ways to grow your wealth, this show is for you.
Our mission is simple: to demystify alternative investing and make it accessible to everyone. Each episode breaks down the intimidating concepts of self-directed IRAs and opens the door to exciting opportunities like real estate, private equity, precious metals, venture capital, hedge funds, oil and gas interests, private lending portfolios, and more.
But it’s not just about the technical details—we’re here to change how you think about your money. We’ll share real-life success stories, actionable strategies, and insights that fit your unique financial journey. With straightforward tips and zero financial jargon, we make retirement planning feel like a conversation with a friend.
Whether your dream retirement includes financial independence, the freedom to travel, or the chance to leave a legacy for your loved ones, The IRA Café will help you get there. Tune in every other week as we break down the rules of self-directed IRAs, explore creative investment options, and make planning your financial future a little easier—and a lot more enjoyable.
Your path to retirement should be as unique as you are, and The IRA Café is here to help you chart the course. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite brew, and join us for a fresh take on retirement planning.
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The podcast discusses alternative investments through self-directed IRAs, covering topics such as real estate trends, private equity, and personal finance strategies, with examples including detailed discussions on the benefits of debt validation funds and the current rental market dynamics.
Welcome to The IRA Café, the podcast where retirement planning feels as warm and inviting as your favorite coffee shop. Hosted by Jasmine Trocchia of American IRA, this show is all about making your financial future approachable, empowering, and maybe even a little fun.
When you’re saving for retirement, you’re investing—it’s as simple as that. But did you know you have a choice about what your money is invested in? While most traditional plans keep your funds in the stock market through mutual funds and individual stocks, sometimes it pays to think outside the stock market. That’s where The IRA Café comes in.
This podcast is your guide to exploring alternative investments through self-directed IRAs. Whether you’re a beginner dipping your toes into retirement planning, an experienced saver ready to diversify, or an entrepreneur looking for innovative ways to grow your wealth, this show is for you.
Our mission is simple: to demystify alternative investing and make it accessible to everyone. Each episode breaks down the intimidating concepts of self-directed IRAs and opens the door to exciting opportunities like real estate, private equity, precious metals, venture capital, hedge funds, oil and gas interests, private lending portfolios, and more.
But it’s not just about the technical details—we’re here to change how you think about your money. We’ll share real-life success stories, actionable strategies, and insights that fit your unique financial journey. With straightforward tips and zero financial jargon, we make retirement planning feel like a conversation with a friend.
Whether your dream retirement includes financial independence, the freedom to travel, or the chance to leave a legacy for your loved ones, The IRA Café will help you get there. Tune in every other week as we break down the rules of self-directed IRAs, explore creative investment options, and make planning your financial future a little easier—and a lot more enjoyable.
Your path to retirement should be as unique as you are, and The IRA Café is here to help you chart the course. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite brew, and join us for a fresh take on retirement planning.
Welcome back to another informative episode of the IRA Cafe podcast! This time, host Kyle Moody, Business Development Manager at American IRA, sits down with Haley Gant, real estate investor and founder of Elite Mountain Mortgage.
Newly based in Asheville, North Carolina, but seasoned in the real estate industry, Haley draws from a lifetime steeped in real estate investing from growing up in a family of hard money lenders in Texas to now building her own company in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Together, Kyle and Haley explore Haley’s journey from being immersed in property visits as a child, to launching her career in mortgage lending, and finding her niche in short-term rental investments. The discussion touches on key moments that shaped Haley’s business path, including navigating moving across the country, adapting to the challenges and rewards of rural real estate, and building credibility in a new market.
Haley also shares her experience as both an investor and a broker, and how her personal approach sets her apart from large mortgage firms. Whether you’re interested in leveraging self-directed IRAs for real estate, understanding the nuances of rural investment properties, or looking for practical advice to break into real estate investing, this episode offers valuable insights from someone who’s walked the walk.
Key takeaways:
- Building Your Track Record: Haley’s background in real estate taught her the value of diversification and learning by doing. She emphasizes starting with what you know, managing risk, and making sure your investments don’t stretch you too thin.
- Real Estate and Lifestyle: Personal interests and lifestyle goals can shape viable investment opportunities; for Haley, proximity to recreational activities like mountain biking played a key role in her choice of markets.
- Adapting in Uncertain Environments: The real estate landscape, especially in rural or rapidly changing markets like Western North Carolina, demands adaptability, a strong network, and reliable local resources for property management and maintenance.
- Personalized Lending Advantage: As an independent mortgage broker, Haley sets herself apart through dedicated service, transparency, and relationship-building providing tailored loan options and advocating for client education throughout the mortgage process.
- Advice for New Investors: For those just starting out, Haley highlights the importance of building a genuine local network, taking a conservative approach to choice and financing, and being patient, doing your due diligence and waiting for the right deal instead of jumping at every opportunity.
Whether you’re new to self-directed IRA investing, exploring non-recourse loans, or simply looking for inspiration to take your own leap into real estate, this episode delivers actionable advice, honest reflections, and an encouraging reminder that with the right connections and persistence, you can chart your own successful course in real estate.
Ready to take control of your financial future? Visit us at www.iracafepodcast.com and book a free informational call.
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