I have a very analytical background and I hope to find ways to apply that knowledge and methodology in the real estate investing space.So if you have any feedback, advice, or want to sit down and have a chat about what you are looking for in an agent or brokerage, I am looking to better understand that.

It just so happens that I have a lead on a property in Austin as of yesterday; and I want analyze it with this methodology to truly work through the understanding.Thanks again!

If not, what methodology - tools, cadence of contact, etc - did you switch to?

If they get equity without hitting milestones you've just exposed yourself big timeI'd recommend reading up on 'Earned Value' methodology. 

The methodology encourages systemic risks/mis-judgments of value, in my opinion. 

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I thought it was clear -- but perhaps not -- the article I wrote/posted above is a "methodology" for determining your fixed costs. 

The catch is that to make a meaningful comparison the CAP rate for all cash-flows (properties) being compared need be calculated using the same methodology.  

@Robert Williams , I agree that the square footage could be off but if I do use it as a metric, I try to use the public records # because at least the tax assessor is using the same methodology (in theory).

A self directed IRA only changes how you can invest with an IRA, but the underlying fundamentals of the IRA being a tax-sheltered RETIREMENT savings plan are not changed in any way.There are methodologies such as a Substantially Equal Periodic Payment (SEPP) whereby you can begin taking distributions from an IRA prior to age 59 1/2 without the 10% penalty, but this is complex.Your question is best addressed to a CPA or CFP who can discuss your current income needs, earnings, age, and retirement income needs.