So, if the IRA were to invest in real estate, there would be a solid asset held as the principal of the account, and that asset can spin off positive cash flow. 

Working just 2-3 days a week does put a different spin on it   Good luck and just know whatever decison you make will be the right one. 

The reason I would say Queens over Long Island personally is that you have a mor Renters demographic in Queen were transportation is more accessible and multi family conversations are happening at a rate that could make your head spin seriously right around the corner they tore down a single family and built not one but two duplexes rite next to each other.

If you have only been here a week it is normal for your head to be spinning.

It is too easy to call a property an "A" property and spin answers and the buyer never knows the difference.Essentially, this area is a C+ to B area at best. 

Every spin has equal probability of red or black. 

You’re right, there is a lot of information out there on the internet, enough to make your head spin!  

That being said, I'm sure you can also empathize with me that it's not ideal to know you're only producing income when the drill is spinning. 

Many posts here have strong opinions on the subject and it has my head spinning some.

The leverage isn't and end goal, it's a means to the end goal...and without it, I feel you just spin your wheels.