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July 28, 2025
Harold Hofer

Retirement Plans May Soon Include Alternatives, Here’s How Alture Funds Is Already Ahead

An executive order could soon allow private assets like private equity, credit, and real estate into 401(k) plans.

A major shift may be on the horizon for American retirement savers. According to MSN, President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order allowing private assets, such as private equity, private credit, and real estate, to be included in 401(k) retirement plans. If enacted, this move would open up an estimated $12.5 trillion in workplace retirement assets to alternative investments that were once accessible only to institutions and ultra-high-net-worth individuals.

Source: MSN

At Alture Funds, we believe the future of investing is already here.

The Rise of Alternatives in Retirement Portfolios

The momentum behind alternative investments has been building for years. And now, with major players like BlackRock preparing to incorporate private market products into retirement offerings, the signal is clear: private assets are entering the mainstream.

What’s driving the demand? It’s not just about higher potential returns; it’s also about diversification, inflation protection, and seeking opportunities that aren't correlated with public market swings.

That’s exactly the role private credit, real estate, and other alternatives can play.

AltureFunds.com: Your Gateway to Alternatives

While the retirement industry prepares to catch up, Alture Funds already offers investors streamlined access to a curated menu of institutional-quality alternative investments.

Our platform is built to bridge the gap between sophisticated private-market strategies and individual investors who demand transparency, control, and professional-grade options.

What Retirement Savers Should Know

As alternatives move into the 401(k) landscape, it’s important to recognize the trade-offs. Private assets often carry higher fees, reduced liquidity, and require deeper due diligence. But with the right approach—and platforms like Alture—investors can incorporate these tools responsibly and with confidence.

We agree with advisors who recommend limiting allocations to around 10% and stress the importance of education. At Alture Funds, we’re committed to empowering investors with the tools and insights they need to make informed decisions.

The Bottom Line

Whether or not the executive order is signed, and however quickly 401(k) plans adopt private-market investments, one thing is certain: alternative investments are becoming a core component of modern portfolios.

Alture Funds is already there.
We’re helping investors access the same high-quality strategies traditionally reserved for institutions—with ease, transparency, and professional oversight.

Explore your alternatives today at AltureFunds.com.

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