I'm hoping real estate sales can be a viable supplement for my current income.I work part-time as a lab tech for a small cosmetics R&D lab in NJ, and have a little soap crafting business on the side.

In this format, the IRA itself makes a single investment into a specially crafted LLC, and you can then manage the LLC to direct investment activities yourself out of a checking account of your choosing.Lots of good information here on BP both on the topic of private lending and the necessary diligence you want to perform, and the self-directed IRA options.

If you're sure of those numbers then no problem.So first of all I would say you need to be more careful and meticulous.

Like a student of any trade craft, even as an apprentice you should have some basic skills above that of a layperson.  

Not only was it all there, but it was meticulously labeled and organized in hand made storage units, closets, and rolling work stations.

The best part is that House #3 was initially rented by 2 brothers who kept meticulous care of the house. 

People who stick around in the profession do it for the love of the craft.

I have a tenant that makes wreaths and sells them at craft shows.

There are about 33% more for their plastic then I am for my craft.

The ones that are in the top 5 to 10% tend to have great follow up even after the transaction and are constantly learning to get better at their craft.15 years in the business I have seen many companies come and go.