I do not want to pay a plumber to do the plumbing for this work.  

ThanksWhy do you think the city would approve that and how are you planning on getting plumbing in?

That said, you will find that many self-directed IRA custodians don't have the fully built pipes and plumbing to accommodate this.

Indeed, you can get higher returns than that in the stock market at the click of a mouse and, when investing internationally, you'd typically want a higher return than you can get domestically or in the stock market, unless you're mainly looking for diversification or parking your money.On another unrelated note, I love your latest podcast episode.

I’ve handled almost every aspect of renovations myself—plumbing, tiling, painting, drywall, and general construction.

Improvements that DON’T drive the ARV as much: Windows, Landscaping, Driveway, Rough Plumbing & ElectricalI agree with @Jaron Walling about meeting the appraiser at the property and providing documentation.

Just expressing timeline as I best understand it.Contract Jan 2022Lot Purchase Feb 2022Completed permit package submitted to city June 2022.Construction permit approved by city August 2022.Alt Seawall permit approved by city September 2022.Closed on financing September 2022.Lot scraped November 2022.Fill dirt brought in December 2022.Status update of "Ready for underground plumbing" from builder February 1, 2023.According to city portal, "Notice of Commencement" not completed at the time of this post, no indication of underground plumbing at time of this post (April 1, 2023).  

@Tim Thompson  it could get tricky,  check your states laws on evicting victims of domestic violence.

Purchased for $69,000, it needed a full rehab, including a new roof, plumbing, and modern updates inside and out.

Opting for mid-grade materials will help stretch your budget.Structural/Mechanical: If the home needs a roof, HVAC, plumbing, or electrical work, that can take a big bite out of your $50k fast.