About this episode
Adam Bergman, Founder and CEO of IRA Financial, joins the Bitcoin.com News Podcast to explain how Americans can invest in Bitcoin and other crypto assets — completely tax-free — using self-directed retirement accounts.
As a former tax attorney and one of the nation’s leading experts on self-directed IRAs, Bergman has helped more than 25,000 clients manage over $5 billion in assets, empowering investors to take control of their retirement savings through tax-advantaged structures. He breaks down how self-directed IRAs and Solo 401(k)s allow individuals to legally invest in Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi, and alternative assets while preserving tax benefits traditionally limited to stocks and bonds.
In this episode, Bergman discusses the regulatory landscape, the tax code opportunities that most investors overlook, and how crypto fits into a diversified retirement portfolio. He also shares insights from his nine books on tax-efficient investing, explaining why he believes Bitcoin belongs in every long-term wealth strategy.
• How self-directed IRAs unlock crypto and Bitcoin investments tax-free
• The difference between Traditional, Roth, and Solo 401(k) structures
• Legal and IRS-compliant strategies for holding Bitcoin in retirement
• Why diversification and self-custody are key to modern portfolio design
• The future of crypto adoption in U.S. retirement planning
A must-listen for investors, financial advisors, and crypto enthusiasts seeking practical, legal strategies to build wealth tax-free while gaining exposure to Bitcoin and digital assets.
🎙️ Host: Bitcoin.com News Podcast
💼 Guest: Adam Bergman – Founder & CEO of IRA Financial
🔗 Learn more: bitcoin.com | irafinancial.com | YouTube: IRA Financial
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Hosted by Bitcoin.com News Media
Aug 26, 2025
