In my case, I have residential rentals in one LLC, commercial properties in another, self storage in a third, and my real estate company operates in a fourth.

It makes me wonder if we have a self-fulfilling prophecy here. 

We are in the Self storage and subdivision arena.So again.  

Nope.This is what I do and all I do and since I self manage I don't think there would be any question. 

Hi @Mindy JensenI would recommend @Carl Fischer to talk about Self Directed IRA Investing.I also think these guys could make for some interesting guests:- @Douglas Skipworth- @Brecht Palombo- @Paul Moore

I know experience is the most important but I'd like to supplement it with self education.

This makes Mezzanine Debt particularly suitable for self-directed IRAs as it avoids UBIT (Unrelated Business Income Tax) risk and offers easier tax reporting via 1099-INT.

Im self employed and my debt to income doesn't look good on paper.

She is already invested in this as a builder and even offering financing.This is now obviously some self promotion...

I could also ask him to provide a report from his business (he is self employed) of his P&L and transaction reports to make sure he is making money etc.