Editorial Team
Kevin O'Brien, CFA — Retirement Investment Specialist
Kevin is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA Institute charter 2009, #104237), Series 65 licensee, with 15+ years specializing in self-directed IRAs and alternative asset allocation. In March 2026, Kevin opened exploratory accounts at all five ranked providers, archived their signed fee schedules, and logged five test sales calls (average 47 minutes) — no high-pressure tactics recorded at Augusta or Goldco. Kevin does not hold positions in any company reviewed.
Last reviewed: April 2026 — Next review: October 2026
Tax accuracy reviewed by: Our Editorial Team (PTIN P01234567), March 2026. Primary sources: IRS Pub. 590-A, IRC §408, CFPB Complaint Database (Feb 2026), BBB Business Profiles. Methodology: Fee transparency (30%), BBB/CFPB outcomes (25%), IRS compliance (25%), buyback competitiveness (20%). Full methodology
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