Set up my own LLC for checkbook SDIRA or hire someone else?

[Paul Winka]

I've set up my own LLC before in Missouri. It takes less than 30 minutes and costs around $55. I once paid a princely amount to attorney to do that for me and it took 3 weeks. I learned my lesson. So...

But what about setting up an LLC with checkbook control to use with a SD-IRA? Is this something I can handle myself with a few templates or should I should I hire a specialist, and how much could I expect to pay them? My local attorney wasn't able to assist.

And between checkbook controlled SD-IRA and a SD solo 401K, the latter is recommended by several here on BP. Can I convert the IRA to a 401K?