IRA Storage Services

The Texas Bullion Depository is Now Qualified to Store IRA Assets

Storing IRA Precious Metals in the Texas Bullion Depository

What is a Precious Metals IRA

A Precious Metals 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 Qualified to Store IRA Assets

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

The Texas Bullion Depository is the only state-run depository to receive such approval.  That gives 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.
• Client Access: View your assets by appointment at our Leander facility or monitor your account 24/7 through our secure online portal with 256-bit encryption.

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 acquiring our IRS Non-bank 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 Texas Bullion Depository.  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: The Texas Bullion Depository makes no recommendation or representations as to any provider and 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. Opinions or ideas expressed by third parties, their affiliates, and employees are not necessarily those of The Texas Bullion Depository 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. IRA owners should consult with their financial and legal advisors before choosing to work with any provider