Investing in Real Estate via Self-Directed IRAs

[Kristiana Kenny]

I've been looking to diversify my portfolio and thus have been researching different investment advisors that offer Self-Directed IRAs.  As you might already know, they include tangible assets such as precious metals, notes & loans, start-up companies, and real estate.  I would like to get your opinion on that method, and if there are any companies you've had experience with - whether good or bad?