IRA Storage Services

The Texas Bullion Depository is available for IRA storage.

What is a Precious Metal IRA?

A Precious Metal Individual Retirement Account (IRA) allows you to invest in IRS-approved physical precious metals, combining the tax benefits of an IRA with the stability of tangible assets. 

The Texas Bullion Depository is Available to Store IRA Assets Through Its Operator, Lone Star Tangible Assets LP

The Internal Revenue Service requires IRA investments in precious metals to be stored in the possession of a bank or an IRS-approved nonbank trustee.  

Lone Star Tangible Assets LP, the depository contractor selected to operate the Texas Bullion Depository, received IRS approval as a nonbank trustee in 2023, giving investors the option of storing their retirement assets in the Texas Bullion Depository. Storage in the Texas Bullion Depository offers retirees important advantages over many banks and private depositories:

• No Cross-Selling or Privacy Invasion: Unlike many banks, we focus solely on secure storage, not upselling financial products or sharing your data.
• Reduced Business Risk: As a state-run entity, we eliminate the financial and operational risks associated with for-profit private depositories.
• State Oversight and Transparency: As a state agency, we operate under the Texas Comptroller’s oversight with regular audits by a representative from the Comptroller’s office.
• Unparalleled Security: Our Class 3 vault — the highest security rating — features bullet-resistant doors, biometric access, 24/7 surveillance, and on-site security personnel, including commissioned police officers and ex-military with SWAT experience.
• Segregated Storage: Your precious metals are stored separately, never commingled, ensuring you receive the exact metals you deposit upon withdrawal.
• Full Insurance: All assets are insured at full replacement value through Lloyd’s of London, covering theft, fire, flood, and natural disasters, with daily market value updates.
• Tax Advantages: Most precious metals purchases in Texas are sales tax-exempt, and storing with us ensures no other state can claim tax nexus.

Getting Started

Equity Trust Company, a leading provider of custodial services for self-directed IRAs, is the first custodian to work with the Texas Bullion Depository since it’s operator, LSTA, obtained IRS Nonbank Trustee status from the Department of Treasury.  

Consumers wanting to store IRA investments in the Depository should work with their gold dealer and Equity Trust Company to coordinate delivery and storage.

For a list of gold dealers that work with Equity Trust, visit their website here* or ask your preferred gold dealer if they partner with Equity Trust Company. 

A Word About Fees

Storage fees for IRA assets are typically negotiated between the custodian, the gold dealer and the depository contractor. The fees for standard storage shown on this website may not apply. Check with your gold dealer for precise rates and fees for storage at the depository.

Looking Forward

The Texas Bullion Depository will continue to expand its custodial relationships over time.  Check back here for updates.  

*Disclaimer: Neither the Texas Bullion Depository nor Lone Star Tangible Assets LP make any recommendation or representation as to any provider or service or the needs generally of any IRA owner or any IRA. Any service available from any provider that offers investment education or advice solely reflects the views of such provider and in no way represents any recommendation or advice from the Texas Bullion Depository or Lone Star Tangible Assets LP. Opinions or ideas expressed by third parties, their affiliates, and employees are not necessarily those of the Texas Bullion Depository or Lone Star Tangible Assets LP, nor do they reflect their views or endorsement. IRA owners are in no way obligated to purchase services and IRA owners are free to choose a provider with services as they deem appropriate. No information provided by the Texas Bullion Depository herein is intended to provide legal, tax, or investment advice, or for use to avoid penalties under U.S. federal tax laws. IRA owners should consult with their financial, tax and legal advisors before choosing to work with any provider.

Equity Trust Company is a directed custodian and does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. Any information communicated by Equity Trust Company is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as tax, legal or investment advice. Whenever making an investment decision, please consult with your tax attorney or financial professional.