You may want to check out your local real estate investment club.

DC is very expensive and so many of these workers live check to check even though they make decent money.

If the IRA is not a Roth, I'd convert it to a Roth, but check with a CPA on how to treat the property in the Roth.

If you are considering working with them, I strongly advise you to double-check the provided rates and terms carefully.During my loan process, I discovered that they had added a yield spread interest without informing me. 

Please check out our website www.smithislandinn.com and reach out if interested.  

Check with your insurance company about requirements that need to be met. 

I don't know how investor friendly they are but you can check out lokation Realty.

Check the forums here on BP for a place near Augusta. 

A friend of mine bought some houses from them that he thought were occupied and running smoothly because rent checks always came through on time.

Some lenders even offer VA renovation loans, which could help if you find a property that needs a little work to maximize rental potential.Before jumping into a deal, check local rental laws and HOA rules.