About BestSelfDirected
Helping High-Earning Professionals Take Full Control of Their Retirement Wealth
Too many successful entrepreneurs, consultants, and investors are leaving money on the table — and risking IRS penalties — by not having the right retirement structure in place.
We built BestSelfDirected.com to fix that.
The Problem We Solve
Traditional custodians restrict you to Wall Street products. SEP IRAs limit your contributions. And most self-directed accounts feel overwhelming, with risks of non-compliance that can lead to costly mistakes.
At BestSelfDirected.com, we turn complexity into clarity. Our platform combines maximum contribution potential, access to real estate and alternative assets, and automated compliance — all backed by licensed financial advisors and industry experts.
Our Mission
We believe every high-earning professional deserves a retirement strategy that matches their ambition. Our mission is simple:
Maximize contributions with Solo 401(k) and advanced tax strategies
Unlock real estate & alternative investments through true checkbook control
Remove compliance anxiety with automation and expert guardrails
We help you stop guessing — and start building lasting wealth.
Who We Serve
High-Earning Professionals
Consultants, freelancers, and independent contractors optimizing taxes.
Established Small Business Owners
Planning for growth and transitions.
Side-Hustle Entrepreneurs
Making extra income work harder.
Prudent Pre-Retirees
Maximizing catch-up contributions and safe rollovers.
Meet the Experts
Together, they bring unmatched expertise in finance, real estate, and compliance.
John Paul Ruiz
QKA, CISP - Compliance Expert
Nationally recognized compliance trainer and “advisor to the advisors” in self-directed retirement accounts.
Ryan Robertson
Licensed Financial Advisor
Licensed financial advisor with deep real estate expertise, helping clients unlock flexibility beyond traditional custodians.
Ty Hansen
Founder of My Prosper Team
Senior advisor with 20+ years' experience across stocks, bonds, real estate, crypto, and retirement planning. Known for building resilient, profitable financial roadmaps.
Scott Keate
Real Estate Broker & Systems Professional
Real estate broker and 20+ year software and systems expert, specializing in innovative financial strategies.
Why Choose Us
Transparent Pricing
Flat-fee pricing with no hidden asset-based fees.
Direct Access
Real estate and alternative assets at your fingertips.
Automated Compliance
Form 5500-EZ handled for you automatically.
Personal Guidance
Direct access to licensed financial advisors.
Compliance + Risk Disclosure
- BestSelfDirected.com provides education and plan administration services. Licensed advisors on our team may provide investment advice to clients as appropriate. All strategies must be implemented in accordance with IRS rules.
Ready to see how this works in action?
Discover how high-earning professionals use Solo 401(k)s to reduce taxes, invest in real estate, and build lasting wealth.
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