They still might, but I am still learning this new format.Here is a question that any operator can ask themselves to test their own knowledge:Do I have a written Policy and Procedure Manual for: Red Flag, Safe Guard, and the Disposal Act?

England and Germany were the safeguards of the European Union and now with Brexit the next crash will be caused by a sovereign debt crisis in either Portgual, Italty, Ireland, Greece or Spain.

There are some good safeguards in place to discourage frivolous claims.If any on you are in the Houston area, I will be there next week and be happy to meet with you.Arnie

A few good lists from folks ready spell out all the TIME a realtor will save you but the main thing is the last thing Michael Noto said, your are paying for someone to safe guard your best interests.

An alternative to the stock market or bond market, as a tangible asset it's easy to safeguard the real estate.The key is networking with investors who want to own real estate in their retirement plans.

Most getting into real estate including many who have been dealing for awhile have no clue as to what Realtors or agents and brokers do, what they must do, must not do, how they are required to safeguard and conduct transactions or what responsibilities they have.

IMO I think it would make most sense to establish a series LLC to minimize/control the annual costs associated with safeguarding your holdings.  

There are a number of ways the deal can be structured to safeguard your interests, what you need is an experienced commercial agent who can put this together. 

Stripe handles payments for tons of awesome companies, including, coincidentally, BiggerPockets.While we have many internal safeguards that I’ll talk about in a second, understand that Cozy never takes custody of your funds during a payment transaction.

Constructive input.I'd be interest in compiling the information and supporting suggestions for modifications and exemptions that may be allowed by the CFPB.The BP community could have thousands of justifications and in support to allow modifications, I'm sure that big brother will listen if requests are reasonable, keep within the purpose of the law, place sufficient safeguards in business to be conducted and that can be managed or overseen with little or no additional costs.Any takers?