Many opt for other investing methods in their SDIRA like private lending, crypto, private equity...anything except collectibles and life insurance.Note that a Solo 401k is exempt from UBIT on leveraged real estate so if you have self employment activity and no full time employees save for you and your spouse you should consider the Solo K as an option. 

I’d appreciate any guidance or tips to get started on the right path.

You may still not want to increase the occupancy.To me, two things stand out about your post.

First post on BP... it is too wordy :) Sorry.I'm trying to find if zillow and redfin are good tools to find investment properties today.

To avoid unnecessary liabilities, delaying acceptance or exploring a cash alternative may be the safest financial option.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

@Elias Halvorson the poster actually lives in another country.The pinned Cleveland, OH reference is just what they entered based upon this post:)

I don't want to bite off more than we can chew with managing a full reno while we learn the ropes. 

It saved me when things got real (hello, crazy boyfriend with trust issues).Security Deposit: Non-NegotiableOne full month of rent as a security deposit (at the very least!)

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