Precious metals, including gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, are rare metals that are bought and sold in various forms. Their value is due to various factors, including scarcity, industrial demand, and their function as a store of value.
Provided they meet minimum fineness requirements1 , these metals can be held in an IRA or other retirement account. Acceptable forms include:
One of our specialized counselors will walk you through the process, or you can do it online with myEQUITY .
Submit a request to Equity Trust to initiate your purchase –your precious metals dealer can help with this.
Looking for a diversification option that’s not tied to the public market performance and has fared well against inflation and economic uncertainty?
The precious metals asset class is considered a ‘haven’ in times of turbulence. In any financial conditions, using a retirement account to invest in gold and other precious metals can reduce or eliminate your taxes on any profits.
With a precious metals IRA, it 's important that you do not take possession of the metals, per IRS rules. We work with the nation 's leading depositories to ensure secure storage and protection of your investment. You and/or your dealer will choose one of the following depositories to store your metals:
Director, Self-Directed Retirement Accounts, GoldDealer.com
“Our salespeople are relieved when they find out a client has chosen Equity Trust for their custodian, because they know the transaction will be speedy, simple, and headache-free.”
Equity Trust Client
“I have worked with Equity Trust for over 13 years and have found them to be professional in both my original precious metals 401(k) and then self- directed real estate 401(k)…Their response and support has helped me with my investments.”
Equity Trust Client
“I ’m so glad we moved our money to a self-directed IRA. We have more control over where and what our money is invested in.”
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Equity Trust Company is a directed custodian and does not provide tax, legal or investment advice. Any information communicated by Equity Trust Company is for educational purposes only, and should not be construed as tax, legal or investment advice. Whenever making an investment decision, please consult with your tax attorney or financial professional. Equity Institutional services institutional clients of Equity Trust Company. Brokerage Services Available Through ETC Brokerage Services, Member SIPC, and FINRA. *Founded in 1974 | Self-Directed IRA Custodian since 1983. The predecessor business to Equity Trust Company was established in 1974 and the IRS approved as a custodian in 1983. **Assets under custody and administration as of 03/31/2026.
Terms of UsePrivacy PolicySite Map
© 2026 Equity Trust®. All rights reserved.
Equity Trust Company is a directed custodian and does not provide tax, legal or investment advice. Any information communicated by Equity Trust Company is for educational purposes only, and should not be construed as tax, legal or investment advice. Whenever making an investment decision, please consult with your tax attorney or financial professional. Equity Institutional services institutional clients of Equity Trust Company. Brokerage Services Available Through ETC Brokerage Services, Member SIPC, and FINRA. *Founded in 1974 | Self-Directed IRA Custodian since 1983. The predecessor business to Equity Trust Company was established in 1974 and the IRS approved as a custodian in 1983. **Assets under custody and administration as of 03/31/2026.
