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# What are my options once my asset has paid out?

When your asset pays out, the proceeds will be deposited as cash into your STRATA account. From there, you may:

- Reinvest the funds into another eligible alternative investment
- Hold the funds as cash within your IRA (review STRATA's [Uninvested Cash Policy](https://www.stratatrust.com/resources/forms/important-information-regarding-your-uninvested-cash/#entry:3626@2))
- Open or transfer funds to a [brokerage account](https://www.stratatrust.com/resource-center/investment-hub/investment-onboarding/?tab-id=4#onboarding-steps-by-asset-type) to invest in publicly traded securities

You are not required to reinvest immediately. However, keeping funds invested may help you continue working toward your retirement goals.

To explore investment structures and onboarding requirements, visit our [Investment Onboarding](https://www.stratatrust.com/resource-center/investment-hub/investment-onboarding/?tab-id=1#onboarding-steps-by-asset-type) page. For assistance, contact STRATA’s Client Services Team at 866-928-9394.

 

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