SELF DIRECTED RETIREMENT ACCOUNTS

A World of Untapped Opportunities for Financial Professionals and Their Clients

Since the creation of the IRA in 1974, designed as a self directed retirement plan, Americans have had the ability to invest their tax deferred retirement accounts in almost any asset of their choosing.  Rules governing the IRA were not meant to constrain investors to stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. Modern Portfolio Theory tells us that diversification is a key component to a solid investment strategy, but a portfolio comprised of only traditional investment vehicles may not be sufficient to provide true portfolio diversification.

The intended design of the Self Directed Retirement Account (SDRA) permits individuals to invest in diversified assets that meet their investment objectives and risk tolerances while also allowing them to maximize their own expertise in specific industries and non-traditional asset classes. Yet, only a fraction of Americans are aware of this important feature!

A TIMELY CHOICE: During this past decade, there have been two recessions and a much higher volatility in the stock markets than prior decades. Many investors are now looking for less volatile investments which can provide more consistent returns and less correlation to the stock markets. Financial advisors are looking for these types assets for their clients as well. Many advisors are losing clients due to these lack of choices, poorly performing markets, and growing distrust and confidence in our financial system. Fortunately there are solutions to these concerns.

A WELCOME SOLUTION: Collaborating with NUA Advisors on SDRAs and the permissible universe of investment options will help you build, rebuild, or maintain your assets under management through true diversification. It gives you and your client's freedom of choice and can provides independence from market volatility.

A Self Directed Retirement Account is legally no different from any other retirement account. The SDRA follows the same rules and guidelines as any IRA or 401K regarding contributions, penalties, tax status, and distributions. The term "self-directed" simply describes the owner's ability and right to have more choices and flexibility of investment options.

Some firms offer SDRAs but typically limit the scope of investment products they offer. A true SDRA allows an almost limitless range of investments to be held in the account while deferring taxes on income and gains of the asset.

NON-TRADITIONAL INVESTMENT EXAMPLES

Non-traditional assets within a SDRA may be a good way to diversify a portfolio due to their low or negative correlation to the performance of publicly-traded securities. With only a few exceptions and as long as the investment is structured in accordance with IRC guidelines, the list of investments within a SDRA is virtually endless.

◙ Real Estate (residential, commercial, land)                                      ◙ Businesses/Franchises        

◙ Notes/tax liens                                                                                ◙ Private Equity     

◙ Livestock                                                                                         ◙ Sports Teams

◙ Domain names                                                                                 ◙ Fishing rights           

◙ Private lending (secured or unsecured)                                            ◙ Medical Equipment

ADVISOR TO ADVISOR (A2) PROGRAM

NUA Advisors, LLC (NUA) is an independent Registered Investment Advisory firm at the forefront of bridging the gap between traditional and non-traditional investing. We are unique in that our team of experienced and knowledgeable professionals specializes in non-traditional investments within a SDRA.

NUA realizes it may be difficult and time consuming for many financial professionals to navigate non-traditional investments within a SDRA. Our Advisor to Advisor Program offers financial advisors, strategic advisors, and wealth managers the ability to work in conjunction with NUA's expert team to serve their clients more effectively, grow their business, and respond to the evolving investment landscape.

In the past, Financial Professionals faced difficulties when advising clients on non-traditional investments:

◙ Lack of experience/lack of time to become experts in non traditional assets. Investing through SDRAs requires additional knowledge of the rules, regulations, and guidelines set forth by the IRC.

◙ Limited expertise/personnel in Compliance Departments

◙ Reluctance to assume fiduciary responsibility for non-traditional investments.

Today, NUA ADVISORS offers solutions for Financial Professionals and Their Clients

We provide investment strategies that go beyond traditional markets. NUA was founded to meet the need for low and non-correlated assets in investment portfolios. As today's investors become more aware of the opportunities in non-traditional investments, they will demand to work with professionals that can provide them with more investment flexibility and portfolio diversification.

PROGRAM BENEFITS

◙ Freedom of Choice: We work with you, the primary advisor, to facilitate your client's investment in any permitted asset they choose. Whether your clients have an investment in mind or whether they are looking for a non-correlated asset, we can offer unbiased and objective solutions for the non-traditional portion of the portfolio.

◙ Client Retention: We help you retain current assets, strengthen client relationships, open the door to bringing in additional AUM, and possibly generate referral business.

◙ Revenue Attraction: You will have a competitive advantage over other advisors who do not provide this opportunity to clients. It's a proven way to retain current client assets and gain additional retirement account funds which formerly you were unable to advise on. With your firm's approval, you will receive revenue on the non-traditional assets that NUA manages.

 ◙ Expertise Augmentation: We are the experts so you don't have to be.  Leverage the expertise of NUA Advisors, including our alliances with accountants and attorneys. We have extensive experience with many non-traditional investments and can properly navigate the rules and regulations with regard to structuring a non-traditional investment within a SDRA

◙ Compliance Mitigation: We hold compliance and fiduciary responsibility for the non-traditional investment

◙ Education: We collaborate with you on:

            -Investment concepts and potential opportunities with current or prospective clients.

            -Marketing material (brochures, webinars, etc.)

            -Education and training of the SDRA rules and regulations.

            -Speaking engagements for your clients, colleagues, and centers of influence