I posted here because it all sounds fine and dandy if that's how it all works, but I would imagine there must be more nuance to it that I am not taking into consideration. 

However, the average rent PSF is often considerably higher as a result, at least in the markets I work in (Seattle and Phoenix).

Are there any other considerations to know? 

("A real estate broker, for the purposes of this article, is defined to be a person, firm or corporation who, for a fee, commission or other valuable consideration, or by reason of a promise or reasonable expectation thereof, lists for sale, sells, exchanges, buys or rents, or offers or attempts to negotiate a sale, exchange, purchase or rental of real estate or an interest therein, or collects or offers or attempts to collect rent for the use of real estate or solicits for prospective purchasers or assists or directs in the procuring of prospects or the negotiation or closing of any transaction which does or is contemplated to result in the sale, exchange, leasing, renting or auctions of any real estate . . ."

I’d love to hear about considerations both before and after construction that might impact the process.Thank you all,Gonzalo

(Say on the initial purchase if someone is buying right now).3) I can lock in a guaranteed better rate now and enjoy the lower monthly payments now, and only pay maybe 1 or 1.5 points instead of 2-2.5 points later when I have to hope that rates come down again.4) This also saves a lot of time which is an important consideration as some refinances can take 30 days and a lot of paperwork gathering and headache etc.Again, my thoughts on this largely revolve around risk aversion. 

Please see more below:Solo 401k vs Self-directed IRA:A Solo 401k has several advantages as compared to a Self-Directed IRA including the following which specifically apply to your situation:Unlike a Self-directed IRA, you can have the account for the Solo 401k at a bank or brokerage that does not charge maintenance fees and where you will have checkbook control.Unlike a Self-directed IRA, if you use leverage (which must be non-recourse financing in either case) to acquire real estate with your Solo 401k the income will not be subject to Unrelated Debt Finance Income taxGeneral Considerations Re Investing Retirement Funds in Real Estate:1.

This can and should be a consideration if you’re looking into a STR.

It's just that those potential movements will be based on other considerations (chiefly, incoming economic reports) and NOT on the Fed's rate cut.To make matters more confusing, it's important to remember that Fed policy still has a tremendous impact on rates, but that impact stems from the Fed's words and quarterly projections.

I appreciate your data, your consideration of all of the issues, your capacity to be self-reflective and recognize the imperfect choice of the far better plans and proposals, your professionalism with presenting your perspective and your willingness to share your point of view.