Mat Sorensen sits down with Troy Eckard, founder and chairman of the board at Eckard Enterprises, for a clear look at how investors use self directed IRAs to buy mineral rights and participate in oil and gas cash flow. They break down the three lanes in this asset class, minerals, drilling, and midstream, and explain where each fits in a smart portfolio. You will hear why many IRA owners favor minerals for steady income and lower risk, when drilling can make sense with taxable dollars, and how to evaluate operators with real world due diligence that protects you from bad deals.

Troy shares how technology and data have changed the game, what realistic returns look like, how depletion and cash flow work over time, and the red flags that signal inflated pricing or weak sponsors. The conversation also hits current market forces, service costs, and why discipline matters more than shiny tax write offs.

This episode is perfect for IRA owners, high income professionals, and anyone exploring real assets beyond public energy stocks who want income, control, and clear rules of the road.

Chapters:
0:06 - Meet Troy Eckert And The Goal
0:34 - What Mineral Rights Actually Are
2:14 - Three Ways To Invest In Oil And Gas
4:18 - Risk Then And Now In Drilling
5:25 - Taxes, Depletion, And IDC Basics
7:41 - Why IRAs Fit Mineral Rights Best
10:25 - How Eckerd Structures Direct Ownership
12:06 - Diversification Across Operators And Units
13:53 - Spotting Fraud And Overpricing
16:08 - Don’t Chase Deductions Over Deals
18:03 - Market Reality: Drill Baby Drill
20:45 - DUCs, Service Costs, And Timing
23:00 - Who Should Invest Directly And When
25:01 - Dollar Dynamics, Rates, And Liquidity
27:20 - Due Diligence, Education, And Next Steps
41:56 - Closing Notes And Disclaimers

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In this episode, Mat Sorensen and Mark J. Kohler dive into one of the most underrated wealth-building tools out there: the Health Savings Account (HSA). With open enrollment around the corner, it’s the perfect time to rethink your healthcare strategy and unlock the triple-tax advantages of this incredible account.

Mat and Mark break down how an HSA can save you thousands in taxes, how to qualify for one, and how to self-direct your HSA into assets you actually believe in. From real estate and crypto to precious metals and private businesses, they share real examples, walk through contribution rules, and reveal how to make your HSA a long term investment vehicle that can cover everything from braces to retirement healthcare costs, completely tax free.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, or just someone tired of overpaying for insurance, this episode will open your eyes to the power of the HSA and why it should be part of your wealth strategy today.

Chapters:
0:06 - Why HSAs Matter Now
0:25 - High Deductibles And Real Costs
0:55 - Self-Directing Your HSA
1:17 - The Triple Tax Advantage Explained
2:46 - Real-World Growth Examples
4:06 - Level One Vs Level Two HSA
6:10 - Contribution Limits And Deadlines
8:16 - Contribute Early For More Growth
9:12 - Getting HSA-Eligible Insurance
11:14 - Last Month Rule And Plan Changes
12:17 - Catch-Up Contributions After 55
13:22 - Choosing The Right HSA Provider
14:47 - Steps To Set Up And Fund
16:33 - What You Can Invest In
18:21 - Reimbursements And Qualified Expenses
20:11 - Wrap-Up, Resources, And Disclaimers

Directed IRA Homepage: https://directedira.com/

Directed IRA Explore (Linktree): https://linktr.ee/SelfDirectedIRA

Book a Call: https://directedira.com/appointment/

Other:
Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.com & https://linktr.ee/MatSorensen
KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.com
Main Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com

Gold is breaking records again—and smart investors are taking notice. In this episode of the Directed IRA Podcast, Mat Sorensen and Mark Kohler explain how to buy physical gold, silver, and other precious metals inside your IRA, the right way.

They walk through which metals qualify, how purity standards and approved coins work, and what IRS rules you need to follow for storage and compliance. You’ll also learn how a self-directed IRA opens the door to these alternative investments, so you can diversify your retirement beyond stocks and mutual funds.

If you’ve ever thought about owning real gold bars (not just ETFs or paper gold) inside your IRA, this episode breaks it all down step by step—no myths, no confusion, just clear guidance from the experts at Directed IRA.

Chapters:

00:00:06 - Why Precious Metals In IRAs

00:24 - What You Can And Cannot Buy

02:52 - Purity Standards And Qualifying Coins

05:47 - Self-Directed IRA Setup And Funding

08:42 - Storage Rules And IRS Compliance

11:24 - Costs, Dealers, And Next Steps

13:18 - Education, Disclaimers, And Wrap-Up

Directed IRA Homepage: https://directedira.com/

Directed IRA Explore (Linktree): https://linktr.ee/SelfDirectedIRA

Book a Call: https://directedira.com/appointment/

Other:
Mat Sorensen: https://matsorensen.com & https://linktr.ee/MatSorensen
KKOS: https://kkoslawyers.com
Main Street Business https://mainstreetbusiness.com