How To Self-Trade | Step-By-Step

Summary

Self-trading in a Crypto IRA allows investors to independently buy and sell cryptocurrencies and precious metals within a tax-advantaged retirement account without using a broker. With platforms like iTrustCapital, users can access 90+ cryptocurrencies, gold, and silver 24/7 while benefiting from Traditional IRA tax deferral or Roth IRA tax-free qualified withdrawals. Unlike standard crypto exchanges where every transaction may trigger capital gains taxes, a Crypto IRA allows clients to buy and sell within a retirement structure designed for long-term investing, institutional-grade custody, and diversified portfolio management.

Understanding the Basics

A self-directed IRA (SDIRA) is a type of individual retirement account that allows you to manage your own investments with tax advantages, rather than relying on a traditional financial institution to do it for you. It gives you the flexibility to diversify across a wide variety of assets, such as cryptocurrency, precious metals, stocks, bonds, real estate, and more.

When it comes to self-trading in your Crypto IRA, the choice is yours! Our platform is very straightforward. You may buy and sell directly from your dashboard. Here's a guide to how self-trading works on the iTrustCapital platform.

What Assets Can You Self-Trade?

With iTrustCapital, you can self-trade a wide range of assets within your Crypto IRA:

Cryptocurrencies: Access 90+ digital assets including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), XRP, and more
Precious Metals: Physical gold and silver

How to Execute a Self-Trade on iTrustCapital

Follow these simple steps to complete a self-trade:

Log in to your dashboard – Access your account via desktop or the iTrustCapital mobile app
Select the asset – Choose from 90+ cryptocurrencies or precious metals
Enter the amount – Specify how much you want to buy or sell
Review the estimated execution price – This includes all iTrustCapital fees
Confirm the transaction – Your transaction executes in real time

Self-Trading Fees and Costs

iTrustCapital offers transparent, straightforward pricing:

Fee Type	Cost
Monthly/Annual Fees	$0
Startup or Exit Fees	$0
Cryptocurrency Transaction Fee	1% (buy & sell)
Gold Transaction Fee	Over spot per ounce. Click here to learn more
Silver Transaction Fee	Over spot per ounce. Click here to learn more

Crypto IRA Self-Trading vs. Standard Crypto Exchange

Feature	Crypto IRA (Self-Trading)	Standard Crypto Exchange
Tax Treatment	Tax-deferred (Traditional) or tax-free qualified withdrawals (Roth)	Capital gains taxes on every profitable sale
Custody	Institutional-grade custody via third-party institutional storage providers	Varies; often held on-balance sheet
Account Structure	Retirement account with IRS rules	Taxable brokerage account
Withdrawals	Subject to IRA distribution rules	Withdraw anytime (taxable event)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is self-trading in a Crypto IRA?

Self-trading means you independently buy and sell cryptocurrencies and precious metals directly from your account dashboard without a broker executing transactions on your behalf. You maintain full control over your investment decisions within your tax-advantaged retirement account.

Is self-trading available 24/7?

Yes, iTrustCapital provides 24/7 access to buy and sell cryptocurrencies. You can transact anytime through the desktop platform or mobile app.

What are the fees for self-trading?

iTrustCapital charges a 1% transaction fee on cryptocurrency buys and sells. There are no monthly fees, annual fees, startup fees, or exit fees. Gold and silver are priced over spot per ounce, see their fees here.

What assets can I self-trade?

You can self-trade 90+ cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and XRP, plus physical gold and silver, all within the same IRA account.

What IRA types support self-trading?

iTrustCapital supports self-trading within Traditional and Roth IRAs. You can also rollover funds from 401(k), 403(b), TSP, and 457 plans.

How is self-trading in a Crypto IRA different from trading on a regular exchange?

The primary difference is tax treatment. In a Crypto IRA, you can buy and sell without triggering immediate capital gains taxes. With a Traditional IRA, taxes are deferred until withdrawal. With a Roth IRA, qualified withdrawals are tax-free. On a standard exchange, every profitable sale is a taxable event.

How secure are my assets when self-trading?

Your assets are held with institutional storage providers including Coinbase Custody and Fireblocks. iTrustCapital never takes custody of your assets, and client funds are never commingled with company operating funds.

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DISCLAIMER

This article is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute investment advice in any way or constitute an offer to buy or sell any cryptocurrency, digital asset or security or to participate in any investment strategy.

iTrustCapital is a fintech software platform for alternative assets. iTrustCapital is not an exchange, funding portal, custodian, trust company, licensed broker, dealer, broker-dealer, investment advisor, investment manager, or adviser in the United States or elsewhere. iTrustCapital is not affiliated with and does not endorse any particular digital asset, precious metal or investment strategy.

Investing in any digital asset or cryptocurrency (including meme coins) carries significant risks due to their speculative and highly volatile nature. Past performance is not an indication of future results. No investment is completely risk-free, and every investment carries the potential for losing some or all of the principal amount invested. Cryptocurrency is not legal tender backed by the United States government, nor is it subject to Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (“FDIC”) insurance or protections. Digital asset (Cryptocurrency) deposits held with institutional storage providers are never FDIC insured and may lose value. Clients do not receive a choice of custody partner.

Investors assume the risk of all purchase and sale decisions. iTrustCapital makes no guarantee or representation regarding investors’ ability to profit from any transaction or the tax implications of any transaction. iTrustCapital does not provide legal, investment or tax advice. Conduct your own research and consult with a qualified legal, investment, or tax professional to assess your own risk tolerance prior to investing.

iTrustCapital makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of this information and does not have any liability for any representations (expressed or implied) or omissions from the information contained herein. iTrustCapital disclaims any and all liability to any party for any direct, indirect, implied, punitive, special, incidental or other consequential damages arising directly or indirectly from any use of this information, which is provided as is, without warranties.