Self Directed IRA Funds How did you add value to the deal?

REITs are typically easier to manage and can give you exposure to real estate without being directly involved.Explore Commercial Properties: If you're intrigued by the idea of parking lots, you could explore other commercial properties or mixed-use spaces.

Ie, when the Fed cuts it’s short-term Fed Funds Rate that does not have a direct affect on 10-yr Treasury rates, or 30-yr mortgage rates.

How do I access a portion of that equity to fund the purchase of 1-2 more MFR properties in more affordable markets like OH, IN, MI, PA, TN, or AL?

When I asked about it he ghosted me.Scams are a lot more common when you list the house directly on Zillow in my experience. 

I can do financial modeling with you and talk to other new build investors it's a slow growth plan. build directly at 25% below the market and also identify land too. increase unit counts and get better economies of scale. single family homes will never perform like a three story walk up apartment. we build a stacked triplex in Columbus Ohio with a picture below, if you are set on Dallas look at land prices and see if the economics help. 

Please message me directly and I'll send you his contact info.  

If you need further help, DM me, and I’ll point you in the right direction!

She put a portion of the down payment (15K)...and of course there is a little equity...

You get a portion,  not all.I didn't realize this was your main home.