There was no indirect evidence of major foundation issues except for the usual thin cracks in drywall here and there and some of the doors look like they were 'trimmed' a bit to make them close.But i am suspicious about the foundation work that was done.  

The amount of money you make in this business will be in direct proportion to the amount of service you provide TO YOUR SELLER, AND TO YOUR BUYER.  

Ideas to consider:Real estate - outside your immediate area or just out of stateReal estate - REIT funds, syndicates, partnering with a local builder/flipper to provide financing, etc in which you are directly or indirectly invested in real estateTraditional stock/bond mutual fundsI would not invest in real estate for a 3.6% return.

In Direct Mail you'd be surprised how many "little" things can make or break the lead.

Now, getting our feet wet in direct mail.Can you explain what rules of thumb to use depending on the type of market?

If you don't keep on track and the rental market continues to increase then you will have forever-under-market rents unless there is a swing in direction.

Again, my sincerest apologies for to all parties impacted directly or indirectly, anyone who knows me personally can attest that I am passionate about RE and my clients and I too am infuriated at what has come to light!

Bottom line is no direct or INDIRECT benefit between the plan and disqualified parties.As noted in prior posts:The use of debt-financing will create exposure to UDFI taxation.Rental income is passive in nature and fully tax-sheltered.  

Are there ways to be "better" than others in direct mail?

@Ben N.The law states there may be no direct or indirect benefit between a plan and a disqualified party.