A:Self-Directed IRA accounts are a great way for you to control your investments. I don't believe Vanguard has a self-directed that allows you to do everything available outside of their own portofolio of funds. If you want a true self-directed IRA go to the website MoneyMi.com and click on Self-Directed IRA Investing and then scroll down to the bottom of that page for a list of Self-Directed IRA Custodians. Your Self-Directed IRA money can generate a 14.9% return and will be secured.