I have a situation where I would like to open a self directed IRA and have contacted a few of the online players and am getting a mixed message, some say it's possible some say no way Jose'.  

In my opinion you'll have a higher success rate with a broker because not only do they know who the players are, they also know how to present your deal for the best response (and they know which ones to avoid, too). 

Fortunately, the real title guy called me go over final CD and wiring instruction 24 hours before closing.Lesson learned, Always call to verify wire instruction with title company.

Submit on my website and we ACH deposit into your account Inspection required to verify work completed Day 1: request Day 2: inspect Day 3: wire funds to investor (business days) DP Or Reserves required Minimum of 6 months liquid reserves - Checking/Savings-MMA/CD/etc.

Other than a real estate agent and a lawyer, what other players do we need to make this work. 

Just trying to get a better understanding of how bigger players in my market are working their deals.Also, would you be open to sharing who you are using for a property manager?

My bank assures me their CD rates are really competitive right now...

Well, I saw a CD Walkman for sale at walmart the other day and the price was $35. so with that in mind, everything is possible sometimes to answer the original question: NO, I have nothing good to say about wholesalers. take your time to learn the business, get as much of an advantage as you can muster

This is also a topic of frequent discussion, I suggest you search the forum for related keywords and results will keep you busy reading for hours...As you read you will see who the real players are, do little due diligence, review their references and then contact 2 or 3 to speak directly, then make your choice.

That means that some of the greatest ball players of all time, made outs over 70% of the time they hit.