Not exactly sure what Safeguard does but if they are originating notes for owner occupied properties then they need to follow the Dodd Frank rules and anyone buying such notes should make sure they did.  

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So far I’ve gotten mostly local businesses and a few colleagues that are following me.

Private lending using retirement funds is my personal favorite (I've done a few dozen loans like this) for the following reasons: passive, low risk, and high returns.

You must follow the lease that is in place until it expires.

RISKSPrivate Letter Rulings There are three (3) Private Letter Rulings (“PLRs”) that address this 1031 Exchange structure, which are as follows: Private Letter Ruling Number 2014-08019Private Letter Ruling Number 2003-29021Private Letter Ruling Number 2002-51008PLRs can only be relied upon by the individual taxpayers that requested the PLRs.

Did you follow or attempt to follow everything on your end such as inspections, etc and were stymied?

David thanks for asking follow up questions.

Zelle has monetary limits and the federal gov. sued Zelle for failure to provide its users from fraud.8) Understanding your local landlord-tenant laws, so you don't make a mistake or get taken advantage of by tenant--follow landlord mentor advice9) How will you handle maintenance issues?

@Ajay Bodas I have heard the same recommendation from my 1031 Intermediary and tax guy, but they both also said, "It Depends"... following this post to see what some other smart members know!