Suddenly, all our sponsors pulled out.

Within 3 weeks I passed the test and found a sponsoring broker.

If they do not appear to be a fit then I mention other avenues that might work better for their risk tolerance and amount of capital needed to get started.The syndications can be great also if the sponsor is experienced and the investment structure works for both parties.

If you access the general market of investors who have experience doing this, it's going to be more expensive for you because other sponsors (your competition) are offering much more attractive returns than a simple 8% interest return.

When you are building a relationship with a lead sponsor, make sure you are asking them these questions and they should be able to explain it to you in a way that makes sense.

Don't get me wrong I love BP and all it does for us.. but there is also a VERY irrational exuberance and reliance on anything that comes on a Pod cast and or sponsored by BP....

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ("CFPB"), through its sponsors in the Treasury Department, and the Conference of State Bank Supervisors ("CSBS") signed a memorandum of understanding ("MOU") relating to information sharing and coordinated regulatory efforts.

If you are still employed with the company that sponsored the 401(k) plan, it is worth asking the plan administrator if the plan allows for an "in-service" distribution, meaning that you can rollover some portion of your plan without tax or penalty.

Learn how to vet sponsors!

I will be starting with a sponsoring broker in March.