Before transferring assets, compare the bonus tier against the deposit amount, required hold period, transfer fees, and whether IRA or taxable accounts qualify.
ACAT transfer to SoFi Self-Directed IRA or taxable account
Common pitfalls
Existing or newly opened Self-Directed IRA or taxable account required
ACAT transfers only (not cash deposits or rollovers)
ACAT transfer required
New or existing customers eligible
What makes this offer different
What makes this brokerage offer different
This brokerage offer is transfer-oriented, so the practical value depends on the asset tier, transfer friction, and required hold period.
Bonus value versus similar offers
The sign-up bonus is above the current nearby $7,500 median for comparable offers in this category.
Stacking potential
The tracked value can include $100,000 sign-up bonus, $50 referral sign-up bonus, $38 referral share, $200 cashback portal component for a total displayed potential of $100,288. Confirm which apply path you use before assuming every component stacks.
Requirement clarity
Credolix has extracted 4 requirements for this offer, so compare the bonus against the actual steps rather than the headline payout alone.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does SoFi Brokerage Transfer Bonus expire?
SoFi Brokerage Transfer Bonus expires on September 29, 2026.
✓Minimum transfer of $1,000 (implied by typical broker minimums)
✓Assets must settle during offer period
✓Account must be in good standing at time of transfer and settlement
✓Initiate ACAT transfer from another brokerage
✓Establish existing or new self-directed IRA or taxable account
✓Minimum $5,000 ACAT transfer (for 2% match to apply)
✓Account must be in good standing during offer period
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⚠ACAT transfer required (brokerage or IRA)
⚠New or existing customers
⚠Existing or newly opened SoFi self-directed IRA (Traditional/Roth) or taxable account required
⚠Offer may not be combined with other offers
⚠ACAT transfer only (no wire transfers or manual deposits eligible)
⚠Transferred assets must settle during offer period (May 7-28, 2026)
⚠Available to existing or new SoFi Invest self-directed IRA or taxable account holders
⚠ACAT transfers only (not ACH deposits, rollovers, or internal transfers)
⚠New or existing SoFi customers
⚠Available to taxable accounts and self-directed IRAs (Traditional or Roth)
⚠Existing or newly opened SoFi self-directed IRA or taxable account in good standing
Match is treated as taxable income (1099 issued if $600+)
If customer withdraws before 5-year holding period, SoFi removes proportional amount of match
Proportional amount calculated based on breach in retention value, not retention period
Early withdrawal fee applies even if account value decreases due to investment losses
Match is taxable income (Form 1099)
Early withdrawal before 5 years results in proportional fee and loss of match
Early withdrawal fee if deposits withdrawn before 5-year hold completes
Proportional match removal for early withdrawals based on breach in retention value
Match treated as taxable income with Form 1099 issued
If account is closed or pending closure, match will not be paid out
If customer initiates an ACAT transfer out before 5-year hold period completes, full bonus/match amount will be forfeited as early withdrawal fee
If customer makes a withdrawal before 5-year hold period, proportional amount of match will be removed based on breach in retention value
Bonus treated as taxable income, reported on Form 1099-INT, 1099-MISC, or Form 1042-S as applicable
Match cannot be combined with other offers
If funds are withdrawn before 5-year hold period, early withdrawal fee applies equal to proportional match amount or full match if ACAT transferred out
Bonus treated as taxable interest, reportable on Form 1099-INT
Total equity calculation: must maintain pre-promotion equity plus transfer amount plus match amount to avoid fees on partial withdrawals
Early withdrawal before 5 years results in proportional removal of match
Match is treated as taxable income (Form 1099 will be issued)
Total account equity must remain at or above original pre-promotion level plus deposit and match amount
Match is 2% of transferred assets with $100,000 maximum cap
Early withdrawal before 5 years triggers proportional early withdrawal fee
ACAT transfer out triggers early withdrawal fee on entire match amount
Account must remain in good standing to receive payout
Can SoFi Brokerage Transfer Bonus stack with a referral?
Credolix tracks a referral path for this offer. The displayed user share is $38 based on 50% of the listed referral payout.
Does SoFi Brokerage Transfer Bonus have a cashback portal bonus?
Yes. Credolix currently tracks a cashback portal component of $200 through TopCashback: $200 cashback when you open via portal.
How long do I have to qualify for SoFi Brokerage Transfer Bonus?
The qualifying period listed for SoFi Brokerage Transfer Bonus is During offer period.