Offer a personal guarantee (reduces investor risk if you have the balance sheet for a PG to be worth anything).  

Make sure to mention you are a BiggerPockets member as you special discounts on establishing Checkbook Control with the IRA LLC, along with personalized support.   

i fyour getting paid off when the vertical loan goes on.. then your in first position . so not sure what the issue is? 

This left the remaining roommate in a difficult situation, and he is now trying to find a new roommate.I have informed both tenants that they are equally bound to the 12-month lease agreement and that rent must be paid in full, regardless of one tenant moving out.

.: I'd be tempted into doing an STR (maybe with a higher down payment to ensure cashflow, just run ROI numbers) or an apartment complex - I personally wouldn't mess w/ small stuff.

Personally I will not work with them specifically due to this fee.

I personally own investment properties in Columbus, Ohio. 

While I am a lender, I personally use hard money on all of my own investment projects.

Quote from @Katie Holmes: I personally invest in Tulsa and love it! 

or better yet, go to the market you pick in person, and talk to the people you'll be turning your investment over to in person.3. yes, you need a team.