They were never particularly nice, beach cabins on stilts with rattan furniture that usually had water stains from wet suits.  

It will be quicker I am assuming and will save money on my construction loan interest as a result but want to hear some other thoughts from others with more experience with new builds.for some context I am in Dutchess county ny, property has public sewer/water. 

That led to uncovering significant water damage throughout the first-floor unit's bathroom, forcing an immediate renovation.

Side note; if you google 46218 the only photo that shows up is a gross water damaged basement. 

@Justin Jefferson first, some cold realty - you're about as likely to play in the NFL as you are to retire via real estate in 4 years.Are they both possible?

I can appreciate your frustration and have worked with hundreds of investors over the last 20 years navigating the more complex waters with respect to Self-Directed Solo 401(k)s.

As a sidenote I see people doing this and jacking up the price of the home to seller finance to above market value - if you do this you better be VERY clear with your investors that you are writing a $300k loan on a $250k property as if you do not you can get in some serious hot water later on down the line when doing valuations of the company. 

Multiple asks muddy the waters and make people feel as if you are nickel and diming them which you are.   

He announces his live presence at his home office right where boats can drive by on the water, and it's not safe.

Roads, water/sewer, city services, heck even just the planning for such is not a simplistic thing for all.