There is a program referred to as a Rollover as Business Startup that allows you to use existing tax-deferred retirement savings to capitalize a business that you are actively engaged in. 

View report I'm doing the 90 day real estate challenge.

The only way to challenge you is to take YOU to court.

Though I am sure there are many caveats and details that make it much more challenging than what people on the internet make it out to be.. sounds like you would agree with that.

@Bruce Harding if neither you nor the seller are experienced with this type of property I would recommend you both consider the value of engaging an experienced agent to represent your own respective interests.

Biggest challenge on portfolio side has been having less than 5.

Some run the numbers monthly, others just once a year when it's time to file taxes.I've built quite a few custom Excel spreadsheets but I find it somewhat challenging to translate the numbers into compelling visuals.

@Billy Britton I am sure there is an opportunity for someone who wants to take on the challenge of dealing with this type of tenant.

View report*This link comes directly from our calculators, based on information input by the member who posted.Taking the 90-day challenge and looking to buy my first investment property. 

In other words, GRITTY people persevere in the face of challenges to achieve a better future.