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Crypto in a 401(k): Can You Hold Bitcoin at Work?

Most 401(k) plans don't offer crypto directly, but there are a few ways in — and some important warnings from regulators. This guide covers brokerage windows, direct Bitcoin options, the DOL's stance, why the employer match still comes first, and how an IRA can fill the gap.

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Bitcoin ETFs in Your IRA or 401(k)

Spot Bitcoin ETFs let you add crypto to an IRA or 401(k) as easily as buying a stock — no wallets, no keys, no special custodian. Here's how they work, how they compare to owning coins directly, and how to buy one inside a retirement account.

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Can You Hold Crypto in an IRA?

You can hold Bitcoin and other crypto in an IRA, and it can be one of the most tax-efficient ways to own it. This guide covers both routes — a self-directed crypto IRA and a spot ETF in a normal IRA — plus fees, rules, and the mistakes that trigger taxes.

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How to Buy a Bitcoin ETF in a Roth IRA

A step-by-step guide to holding a spot Bitcoin ETF (IBIT, FBTC, and more) inside a tax-free Roth IRA — which brokerages allow it, the contribution limits, and what to watch for.

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Crypto Roth IRA: How to Hold Crypto in a Roth IRA Tax-Free (2026)

Yes, you can hold crypto in a Roth IRA — through a spot Bitcoin ETF or a self-directed IRA. Here are the tax advantages, contribution limits, and how to open one.

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Kraken Crypto IRA: How to Hold Crypto in a Retirement Account

A Kraken crypto IRA lets you hold Bitcoin and other crypto inside a tax-advantaged retirement account, using Kraken for trading and custody. Here's how it works, the tax advantages, the fees and risks to weigh, and the simpler spot-ETF alternative.