Here's the original post: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/517/topics/1222034-pote...Thanks to @Michael Plaks for highlighting that the 12/31/2024 deadline and the enforcement and the penalties are back, as of 12/23/2024!...

This is the first time I've heard of such a thing as a land swap, especially between a municipality and a private entity.

It's not difficult (shouldn't take long) to get flood insurance quotes (NFIP & private) if you work with a good agent.

I’m also open to exploring short-term rentals, private lending, or passive investing in funds—anything that maximizes returns while keeping risk and time commitments manageable.For context, I’d consider leaving my job if this could become a full-time venture that surpasses my current compensation (low-mid six figures).

and the property had a private dwelling value appraisal much higher than the public property appraiser claims. 

@Dan GroveAs a private money lender I agree with Nicholas' sentiment.

When my business partner and I were still flipping we bought a couple through Auction.com and we always used a private money lender to fund those and our other flips. 

If you’re interested in exchanging further insights on best practices or have specific questions about structuring a VA program, feel free to send me a private message.Good luck with ramping up your direct-to-seller leads!

For short-term gains, options like private lending, where your IRA acts as the lender, can provide consistent returns through interest payments.

@Geoff Engel If you don't want to be a landlord but still want to be involved with investing you could be a private money lender for flips or in partnerships and bring the money to the deal.