-"analysis paralysis" is mostly a made up nonsense phrase intended to get people to go ahead and buy real estate even if they aren't ready to do so. 

However, you could buy a property with seller financing.

So, if I withdraw $60K, about 75.24% of that should come from contributions (since that’s how my balance is structured).75.24% of $60K = $45,014 → Comes from contributions (no tax or penalty)22.38% of $60K = $13,428 → Comes from earnings (subject to taxes & penalty)Taxes & Penalty on the Earnings Portion ($13.4K)Federal Income Tax (24%) → $3,219Early Withdrawal Penalty (10%) → $1,342Total Tax & Penalty: $4,562Net Cash After Taxes and Penalty Fee: $55,437The DilemmaIf I leave the money in my Roth 401(k), continue contributing $525/month, and earn 8% annually, my balance could grow to:$229,865 in 10 years$606,905 in 20 yearsBut if I buy the property, it could generate $15.6K/year in pure cash flow, plus appreciation.

If you're planning to buy in the US, there are programs for those that aren't US citizens.

You get where I'm going.I buy houses realtors won't/can't list.

Quote from @Paul Lucenti: What's up everybody Me and my wife are looking to buy a house out in Suffolk.

Investment Info:Single-family residence buy & hold investment.

You have to understand the market, neighborhoods, numbers, and realize the risks involved buying houses "sight-unseen".

Investment Info:Single-family residence buy & hold investment.

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