This is an IRA, just like any other self-directed IRA; however, it allows you to connect your IRA to the following: 1) You can use a checkbook IRA LLC type structure, for example, if you are purchasing individual rental homes, or an occasional fix-and-flip.

Learn how to consistently hit singles and doubles, and don't be ashamed to take the occasional walk. 5 years is a very short time frame to go from no RE to financially free (although you may already have property, which is an awesome start). 

When you are consistently above 820, you may occasionally hit 850.    

Ideally, I’d have an Airbnb down there (for occasional personal use) but have received some feedback that an out-of-state Airbnb would be too difficult to manage.

For residential mortgage, an LLC needs two years of its own tax returns or occasionally, a local credit union where you have an account will ok it.The bigger question is about your partnership.

Haven't seen a whole lot of people renting out detached storage units in Memphis but occasionally it does happen.

I do in fact come to our Florida office occasionally with my "dog" as a previous poster points out.  

If someone came along from the county and demanded we cease, we would, though it's not likely when there's an occasional RVer or tent camper.  

I can't speak for all agents, but because I primarily work with investors, I occasionally get my hands on off market properties, insights, etc.

Occasionally I have had to host a second open house but still better than a bunch of individual showings IMO.