BlockMint

Bitcoin IRAs

BlockMint is a cryptocurrency IRA broker that facilitates Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin purchases within self-directed retirement accounts. They partner with New Direction IRA as the custodian and charge a 15% trading fee on purchases — one of the highest in the industry — offset by strong customer service and a dedicated account specialist model. Best suited for investors who prioritize hands-on guidance over low fees. Minimum investment is $20,000.

Details

Fees: 1% setup; 1% annual
Founded: 2017
Provider: BlockMint Technologies
Ira Types: Traditional,Roth,SEP,SIMPLE
Trading Fee: 15% on buys (high fee)
Bitcoin Only: Yes
Account Types: Traditional, Roth, SEP, 401(k) rollover
Custodian Fee: $450-$725/year
Min Per Asset: $10,000 per cryptocurrency
Min Investment: $20,000
Custody Provider: New Direction IRA
Supported Assets: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin
Annual Storage Fee: $200/year

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