ALL costs associated with the IRA investment MUST be paid from the IRA and all proceeds go back into the IRA, including monthly rental income and proceeds from sale.From the sale, all proceeds go back into the IRA and you don't pay taxes on it until you begin your withdrawls at age 59.5I use and recommend Equity Trust Company at www.trustetc.com as they have the best service, fair all inclusive fees and are prompt at processing directions of investment and other items.If you intend on investing in time sensitive investments such as tax lien certificates or courthouse step purchases, you need immediate access and thus need a checkbook control IRA from Guidant Finanial Services.

I personally am a little less school sensitive and will purchase properties in the Fort Bend County area (Sugarland, Missouri City, etc....) as well. 

If it's like pulling teeth trying to get this very basic information, then that outfit is not for you, simple as that.

Have they been kicked in the teeth yet?

Maybe not an issue if you aren't sensitive to smells, but I am, and I hate smelling when they heat up their chinese takeout, and I'm sure they hate smelling when I cook fish! 

@Katie Stewart... yes, the U + 2 law in Fort Collins is actively enforced and has some teeth to it:https://www.fcgov.com/neighborhoodservices/occupan...

As to kids it's been a wild ride so far with my son (at least he sleeps through the first half of the night now :P) but when he laughs or smiles (with no teeth) it's really something!

I'm sure he had certain sensitive information easily accessible to anyone with ill intent and malice.

What the model does help with then is understanding which ones are my returns most sensitive to.

Pros of Hard Money Lending:Speed and Accessibility: Hard money loans are known for their quick approval and funding process, making them suitable for time-sensitive deals where traditional financing might not be feasible.Flexible Terms: Hard money lenders are often more flexible than traditional lenders when it comes to terms, repayment schedules, and collateral requirements.