But first, I need to connect with the right people and create more opportunities through better networking.One small but meaningful step I’ve been slow to act on: finding a high-interest, highly liquid account to maximize idle cash.Most Important Next Step (MINS)I want to connect with people who could benefit from what I’ve learned.

I buy my own insect spray and vigorously spray into the large gap to warn other critters away.

Quote from @Tony Pellettieri: We are looking to access some of our Equity to access liquid cash.

The operating LLC doesn't own any asset, just liquid cash that is rental income from tenant and expenses against rental properties.

If the certainty of liquidity and access to the funds s important to you and you dont have any backup plan, you'll want to consider this in your risk/reward analysis. 

Lenders often require 30-40% down.Cash flow considerations – Since all expenses must be paid from your IRA, maintain liquidity to cover unexpected costs like repairs and vacancies.Rental properties vs. commercial deals – Residential rentals and commercial properties can both be great options, but keep in mind management complexity and income stability.Generally speaking, stay compliant – Avoid prohibited transactions, such as personally guaranteeing a loan, living in or personally managing a property, or transacting with disqualified persons (yourself, spouse, ascendants, or descendants).Diversify your portfolio – While syndications and real estate are great, consider mixing in other alternative assets like private lending, tax liens, or even notes for additional risk management.Work with the right custodian – Make sure your SDIRA custodian is well-versed in alternative investments and has experience handling syndications and non-recourse financing.If you’re looking for specific lenders who offer non-recourse loans, I’d be happy to point you in the right direction.

I wouldn't touch anything outside the urban core. if your strategy is to buy existing and old I'd recommend not to. as a newer investor depending on your liquidity look at build to rent development. building investment properties below market value by 25% and refinancing out of it to do it again. the urban core has tax abatements as well that are 15 years right now you can apply for. that means that taxes will be around $600 to $800 per year. there's cash Flow but the existing inventory market dried up a few years ago in the urban core. local realtors are going to push you to the trash areas like hilltop, south linden, etc because it's the only place numbers work. columbus is great, but remember a tenant who pays $1800 a month is different than a tenant who pays $900 a month. let me know if I can help any other way! 

Don;t need to sand down to bare wood, just scrape/sand the loose areas and then encapsulate the lead paint with a really good primer, sprayed on.

January I saw the end on the horizon, hence my total liquidation.

I have decent liquid assets but they would take a huge hit dropping 10-20 percent on a 2 million + loan.