This activity will go directly on your Schedule C.

Quote from @Maria Jeanette: I am considering using Equity Trust to set up a self-directed IRA to purchase properties.

I have had luck with doing direct mail marketing for some of my past clients that wanted a certain area or neighborhood, you'd be surprised at how many sellers don't want to deal with showings and everything else that goes into listing a home. 

I would skip all of the agents and go direct.

I say somewhat because it is like pulling teeth when you need to use it.We also do direct bookings and other platforms where we do our own ID verification. 

Feel free to send me a direct message.

Absolutely, creating a baseline business plan is a crucial step when starting in real estate (or any field) because it provides clarity, direction, and a strategic foundation for your efforts. 

The seller may need to be the one who talks to them or you may be able to talk to them directly if you provide them with a letter from the seller specifying the loan #, sellers SSN, etc.

If you're looking for some direction and want to have a conversation I can commit to honesty and transparency, not pushiness or gimmicks.

.  :-)Feel free to reach out to me directly if you have any questions.