A tidy profit, plus confidence to tackle the next project solo.On the topic of self-directed IRAs: While they’re fantastic for gaining experience and diversifying into real estate over time, they can feel restrictive if your main goal is scaling quickly.Here’s what I’d focus on:Using Equity Wisely: A HELOC or cash-out refinance could unlock funds to pursue a flip or duplex without touching your 401(k).Partnering Smartly: Your realtor friend sounds like a great resource.

Sounds like we may have a few things in common on that! 

It sounds like you are missing a conversation with the tenant to understand the situation.

Sounds like the Goodegg got out over their skis but no doubt many other sponsors did as well.

Funding the larger properties to start sounds like it will be my biggest challenge and I'm not convinced, yet, that I can't find the money out of my own pocket or find OPM to get a deal done.

Sounds great Samuel, I am around and would love to connect. 

Most Temple residents live and work in Bell County.

Hopefully this makes sense, but sounds like you are got caught in an assessment when you purchased.

That does not sound right.

It sounds like you’ve got a great start, and I’m sure you’ll do well in wholesaling.