Investor's Row Podcast

How to Use a Self-Directed IRA to Invest in High-Yield Boutique Hotels: The Boutique Hotel Fund

March 31, 2026·31 min
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Schedule a free call with a New Account Specialist: https://www.iraclub.com/podcast-link/ In this episode of the Investors Row Podcast, we explore the rapidly growing world of experiential hospitality and why boutique hotels have become a premier niche for alternative investing. Our guest, Tim Ensmann of the Boutique Hotel Fund, shares his journey from scaling luxury short-term rentals to launching a boutique hotel fund that targets undervalued "mom and pop" assets in high-demand, drivable destinations like Blue Ridge, Georgia. By focusing on "wow factor" amenities, such as saunas, cold plunges, and pickleball courts, these commercial assets create significant pricing power and economies of scale that traditional single-family rentals simply cannot match. We also dive deep into the mechanics of diversifying your retirement portfolio beyond the standard offerings of Wall Street. Learn how savvy investors are utilizing Self-Directed IRAs to access private equity real estate deals that are typically unavailable through traditional custodians. Tim outlines his "conservative underwriting" approach to mitigating risks like interest rate fluctuations and construction delays, providing a masterclass for accredited investors looking to turn their nest eggs into high-performing, tangible assets. Learn more about the Boutique Hotel Fund at https://boutiquehotelfund.com/ You can find their free real estate courses at https://boutiquehotelfund.com/courses DISCLAIMER: IRA Club does not provide investment, tax, financial, or legal advice, nor do we endorse any products, investments, or companies that provide such advice and investments. All parties are strongly encouraged to perform due diligence and consult with the appropriate professional(s) licensed in that area before entering any investment.

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