The main person I talk with just changed shoot me a DM if you want! 

But it’s clear you’re a smart investor who knows the long-term benefits real estate can bring.I keep reminding myself why I stick with real estate: you can make money every month in four different ways:Cash Flow – Passive income to live on.Appreciation – Long-term property value growth.Depreciation – Tax benefits that reduce your taxable income.Tenants Paying Down the Mortgage – Even if you’re paid off now, this is one of the biggest wealth-building tools for leveraged properties.It sounds like your main struggle is the stress of active management—and trust me, you’re not alone.

Given how important these features are for real estate investors, it’s frustrating that the integration isn’t as solid as it should be.I would appreciate hearing any insights from the community, mainly if someone has found a better solution for syncing AppFolio or handling portfolio loans more efficiently.

The main factor is will rents cover the debt liability and can you sustain 3-4 months of no income to cover the debt? 

I live in NYC and started investing in Buffalo a few years back, mainly for the reasons that you mentioned. 

Here are some rules:  https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/roth-ira-withdrawal-rules#:~:text=Contributions%20can%20be%20withdrawn%20from,made%20without%20taxes%20or%20penalties.I agree that you shouldn't let the tax implications be the main driver of your decisions, but you do want to be aware of the potential tax implications because Uncle Sam will want his money.

A tidy profit, plus confidence to tackle the next project solo.On the topic of self-directed IRAs: While they’re fantastic for gaining experience and diversifying into real estate over time, they can feel restrictive if your main goal is scaling quickly.Here’s what I’d focus on:Using Equity Wisely: A HELOC or cash-out refinance could unlock funds to pursue a flip or duplex without touching your 401(k).Partnering Smartly: Your realtor friend sounds like a great resource.

I am experiencing similar issues with time of year being the main culprit.

Horse stable in the middle of LA, 20 acres 1/2 swamp next to major airport in Florida, church with 6 acres in the middle of town, contact bank Trust departments and let them know you want to buy.  

Nor took any action against 2 Trillion induced losses during GFC, by any banker or rating agency etc, but suppose it can't hurt to get some of your frustration out by filing a complaint, and the RADD managers may be dumb enough to give you back some of your money, as they purported to in 1 review (probably a lie).If I were in RADDs shoes today, I would have 2 choices, file bankruptcy and disperse assets after paying all liabilities, probably <50 cents on the dollar for investors, or do what they are doing, which is to go to church every day and pray for lower rates and tell the investors to go pound Sand.