Real Estate Investing Timeline

The timeline below provides an overview of the timing related to investing in Real Estate in your IRA or other account. To download a PDF version, click on the printable Real Estate Investing Timeline.
 

1-2 Days
Do the Math
  • Calculate total cost of ownership. Include property price, taxes, closing costs and ongoing expenses related to the real estate investment.
  • All expenses must be paid from IRA funds.
5-7 Days
Consult with Advisors
  • Schedule time to meet with an advisor to understand any tax, legal or investment issues related to investing in alternative assets within IRAs.
  • Important publications: IRS 590, IRAs IRS 598, UBIT IRC 4975, Prohibited Transactions.
1-2 Days
Account Setup
  • Complete IRA Adoption Agreement and Transfer or Rollover form.
  • Sign where indicated.
  • Include a copy of a recent statement from your current custodian.
  • Mail to Millennium Trust Company (MTC) for processing.

NOTE: There is a 7-day revocation period on IRA accounts. Investments are unable to be processed until the 8th day after establishment.

2-4 Weeks
Account Funding by transfer
  • Custodian-to-custodian transfer can take 2-4 weeks.
  • Rollover from a previous employer's plan can take 5-10 days.
  • Annual contribution may be made by personal check.
NOTES:
  • Clearing time on checks is 5 business days from deposit.
  • Investments requested during 7-day revocation period must have additional client approval.
Days to Months
Locate Property & Make Offer
  • Offer is in name of Millennium Trust Co. FBO (IRA account owner's name).
  • To release escrow funds, complete MTC's investment direction form and send to MTC with copy of purchase agreement.
30-45 Days
Non-recourse Loan Processing
  • Optional factor in non-recourse lender's requirements and timeline.
  • Review IRS 598, Unrelated Business Income Tax (UBIT) relating to Unrelated Debt Financed Income (UDFI) with your tax professional.
30-45 Days
Closing
  • Account owner reviews and initials each page of purchase agreement and signs as "approved".
  • MTC, as Custodian, executes contract on behalf of IRA and wires funds to escrow agent.
  • Deed is held in custody by MTC.