Self Directed Investor Talk: Alternative Asset Investing Through Self-directed Ira's & Solo 401k's

What’s your CODE RED plan for when the market shifts from “full steam ahead” to full retreat mode?  It will happen for sure… and nobody knows when.  Whether you're using a self-directed IRA, a self-directed 401k, family funds or any other capital, here are some important things to consider for when the market invariably shifts against you.  I’m Bryan Ellis.  This is episode 167.----Hello, SDI Nation!  Welcome to the podcast of record for savvy, self-directed investors like you!The last 15 years or so have really been a financial roller coaster, haven’t they?  Right now, it’s easy for everyone to focus on the last 5 years, during which the stock market and the real estate market in America have both been screaming upwards, notwithstanding a bit of a slowdown this year in stocks. But that’s not all there is to the story, is it?Let’s look slightly more broadly… say… 15 years.  So, since December of 2000 to right now, December 2015, what’s REALLY happened?I think you’re going to be surprised.The S&P 500 has a