We have three potential options.The first option is for me to completely owner-finance his purchase.

Also be aware of Unrelated Business Income Tax (or UBIT) on leveraged real estate inside of an IRA.Or better yet, since you are self-employed - go with a truly self-directed Solo 401k plan, which would be a much better option and will help you avoid the UBIT on this investment.

Without my wife's direct involvement, I think some of our homes would have struggled to stay afloat.   

I also broker ALR's in Colorado, and create deals in which I connect operators with landlords looking to lease option the properties.PM me so we can connect!

In light of this, I have been exploring the possibility of pursuing creative finance options, specifically seller finance deals, as a potential means to achieve my goals.

Decide how involved in real estate you want to be.

Real estate is transactional where people are involved so it won't be a black and white answer.The best to do is to find an agent that fits your needs and guide you through the process.

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