I say start there, exhaust your local efforts before jumping toward "shiny things" and unknown markets, persons etc.. 

its unfortunately not going to be as easy as googling, but that might get you a list to start with and refine.  

My top priority is having maximum flexibility with what I can invest in within my HSA, second priority is ease of use and convenience of the investing platform, third is minimizing any account, trading, or management fees charged by the HSA provider. 

When we start asking questions, and having friendly conversations they get it figured out.But hey...google knows everything. 

Additional Info —Key Details:Location: Outside Santa Fe, NMProperty Size: 20 acres (valued at $80,000)Project: Two new STR unitsExisting Experience: Family has two fully-occupied LTRs nearby, generating $2,000/monthConstruction Approach: Self-contracted with licensed trades for electrical/plumbingCost Assumption: $80,000 per unit, plus ~20% for inflation (based on 5–8-year-old build costs)Financing: Using land equity as down payment on construction loan (expecting closing costs to be major expense)Request: Looking for feedback, potential pitfalls, and general guidance

@Jerry Chilimidos Yes, you can use your SDIRA for hard money lending, with income going back into your SDIRA tax-deferred or tax-free (unless the activity rises to trade or business, then you might be exposed to UBTI).

starting with a flip" is really tough because flipping takes capital. 

Have you considered other starting strategies like house hacking or live-in flips?

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I’m interested in using hard money for a BRRRR or flip project, and I’d like to take the first steps toward making this a reality. Could any of you guide me on what I sh...

I'm presently a facilities engineer by trade, who does some construction and maintenance for landlords on the side, hoping to get back into the private real estate game.