Important information about using an Alto CryptoIRA® for investing in cryptocurrencies on Coinbase.
Alto Solutions, Inc. (“Alto”) dba AltoIRA.com is a platform for investing in alternative assets like cryptocurrencies using self-directed IRAs. Alto Trust Co. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Alto, a state chartered trust company regulated by the Financial Institutions Division of the State of New Mexico and a “bank” as defined under the US Treasury Department’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) money service business regulations, 31 CFR 1010.100(d). Alto Trust Co. serves as a qualified IRA custodian under Section 408 of the Internal Revenue Code. Neither Alto nor Alto Trust Co. is a digital asset wallet or exchange. The Alto platform facilitates the self-directed purchase and sale of cryptocurrencies on the Coinbase exchange. All cryptocurrency transactions are settled at Coinbase and all digital assets in Alto IRAs are maintained in institutional custodial wallets at Coinbase for the benefit of AltoIRA account holders. Custody provided by Coinbase Custody Trust Company, LLC, New York, regulated by the New York Department of Financial Services. Coinbase holds money transmitter licenses throughout the United States. For further information see NMLS.
Alto Solutions, Inc. d/b/a AltoIRA (Alto) is an administrator of self-directed individual retirement accounts and is not a registered or licensed broker, dealer, broker-dealer, funding portal, cryptocurrency exchange, investment advisor or investment manager. Neither Alto nor any of its affiliates is a bank. Banking services provided to Alto are by BankProv (Bank) Member FDIC / Member DIF. The FDIC insures each account holder up to $250,000 based on deposit insurance rules. The Depositors Insurance Fund (DIF) insures all deposits above the FDIC depositor limit when placed with BankProv. Crypto assets are not insured by the FDIC, may lose value, are not deposits or other obligations of the Bank, and are not guaranteed by the Bank. Alto does not provide investment advice or recommendations about any specific security offering, investment or asset. Investing in start-ups, cryptocurrency, securitized art and other alternative investments involves significant risks. Alto services are intended only for investors who fully understand and are willing to accept the risks associated with alternative investments and the management of self-directed IRAs. Alto does not control or monitor the operation or conduct of third party investment platforms, funds, cryptocurrency exchanges or issuers, or their offerings. Information provided by AltoIRA does not constitute an offer, nor the solicitation of an offer to buy or subscribe to, any securities to any person in any jurisdiction. Whenever making an investment decision, investors should consult with their tax attorney or financial professional. Investors are responsible for conducting their own due diligence regarding investments, for using their Alto accounts in compliance with law, and for all tax and other risks and obligations arising from account transactions. Alto®, The Alternative IRA®, the Alto logo and Alto CryptoIRA® are trademarks of AltoIRA. All other trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.]
