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If you own farmland in the United States, you may have heard of CRP (Conservation Reserve Program) payments. It’s a government subsidy reserved for America’s farmers that aims to conserve land and protect the native environment. At First Western Federal Savings Bank in Rapid City, we believe that farmers are this nation’s backbone. You work…
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If you’re a farmer, rancher, or landowner looking to cash your CRP (Conservation Reserve Program) payments, choose First Western Federal Savings Bank. Established in 1979, our Rapid City bank has a history of helping agricultural producers receive a lump sum payment from our CRP purchase program. You’ve worked hard to earn this money and deserve…
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If you have a self-directed retirement account, you may wonder how to diversify your portfolio. This particular type of IRA allows you to invest in non-traditional assets, so there are a surprising number of industries and other areas to put the money towards. Today, we’ll discuss all the ways you can invest your self-directed IRA.…
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Self-directed IRAs are becoming more and more popular every year. This is because they offer a lot of flexibility and control to the investor. With a self-directed IRA, you can invest in a variety of assets, including real estate, precious metals, and private businesses. In this blog post, we will discuss how to get the…
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When it comes to growing your real estate IRA investments, there is a common strategy used that can have immense benefits and high returns. First Western Federal Savings Bank is proud to let investors and everyday folks across the country learn more about this BRRRR strategy, also known as “Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat.” Our…
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When it comes to generating profits for your future, owning income-producing real estate property within your IRA (individual retirement account) is an excellent means of doing so. Real estate is a type of asset that can fluctuate in value based on the nation’s ever-changing stock market; but nevertheless, renting out a home, apartment, or commercial…
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Do you plan on applying for a loan and still have many questions in your mind? Do not be concerned. First Western Federal Savings Bank has the answers to your questions about non recourse financing. How Do You Qualify for a Loan? If you’re confused about applying for a non recourse loan, there are three…
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Farmers being a core part of a country, deserve access to an easily navigated banking system. As a farmer, you shouldn’t come across any kinds of hassles, particularly when getting your CRP payments. CRP payments are a way of providing you with income in return for the conservation of environmentally sensitive land. First Western Federal…
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Have you been considering a non-recourse loan to help with the purchasing of real estate in South Dakota? When you work with First Western Federal Savings Bank, you’re working with one of the nation’s top non-recourse loan lenders. Here are just four reasons that you should trust a lender like First Western Federal for your…
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Since 1979, First Western Federal Savings Bank has been making loans in all 50 states for investors purchasing non-owner occupied real estate, utilizing a “common sense” lending strategy that is unique among lenders today. Here are four ways that we set ourselves apart from other banks and financial institutions. We Run Our Bank Like a…
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One of the many alternatives available for self-directed IRA inventors is agriculture. Agriculture investments can help your retirement funds grow in two ways: First, a farm produces crops, and these crops generate income when sold. Second, the value of the land may increase over time, resulting in tax-deferred capital gains. Farmland investments combine diversity and…
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Investing in tax liens with a self-directed IRA can help diversify your portfolio. Tax liens are a lesser-known and under-appreciated method of alternative income but are one of the many sound investments you can make with your IRA. Tax liens are one type of investment that can be owned inside of an IRA, and are…
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