If you explain it properly to them the sellers will usually tell you what their objections are. 

Common underwriting objections? 

@Casey Fares:Land is a great investment, but it comes with it's own unique set of challenges.

Upon return to the house you will notice a unique "clean smell" but the house now needs to air out, open windows and doors.

I'd instantly agree that anyone PROMOTING self directed IRAs should have some heavy regulatory scrutiny.But someone that does the research and decides that this is how they want to structure one component of their retirement plan... is probably a pretty smart cookie IMO.So, I suppose with that being said, I wouldn't object to some form of reasonable education + test requirement.

@Chad ClantonThe deposit waiver program is unique to Fort Hood.Or rather was.While ostensibly still a program that the landlords can use, the Fort Hood Housing office itself advised me not to do participate.  

Maybe next time the carpets will be my biggest objection.

Commercial property gets a lot more competitive and every deal is unique.

I welcome any ideas from this forum as a new member in a unique situation, but determined to make it work.  

A complete real estate agent is attentive to the unique needs of their individual clients.