As for the original question, DST v 506(b), this is like comparing apples to oranges.

I am considering putting together a group based in LA/Orange County that meets monthly and plays golf and talks real estate investing. 

@Chingju Hu - You are comparing oranges with apples.

I avoided Dave Del Dotto and Tom Vu because, hey, my BS detector was fully deflected in the Orange/Red and vibrating like an old "electric football" game board.John Beck has been the best.

Hi BP universe , I currently closed on my first house hack in Orange,NJ about a month ago .

I like the southwest side (Orange line).

There is a lot of local meetup. 1st weds $20 Orange County choppers. 2nd weds 6 pm ice house 3rd weds curt darrah from legacy homes   Reia Great networking.

When you upgrade to SD IRA you gaining main advantage: ability to diversify your investments into non-traditional assets (real estate, trust deeds, precious metals, etc. etc.)When you compare apples with apples (instead of apples with oranges) you will realize that gaining virtually limitless potential to diversify your IRA (using SD IRA tool) is an advantage.

Thank you,Judy Wachsman

@Judy Parker Thank you so much!