One question - what's the difference between smaller providers that deal specifically with Solo 401k vs other popular SDIRA custodians (like UDirect, QuestIRA, EquityTrust)?

Rentals are very popular.

Our goal is to grow a portfolio of SFH rentals and see where that takes us..

@Mike S. this technique is how you will leverage your equity and grow your portfolio faster.

I am planning to learn as much as possible over the next year or so while I pay off the last of my debt and grow my savings to a solid amount.

I think it's a good idea to talk to the city and find out this issue first.Regarding the re-sell value, a formal living room is not as popular as before, so it depends on your layout after conversion.

This becomes evident the older we grow.

I HIGHLY recommend the one on Wednesday, April 4th at 2:00 PM in Concorde B: [Investing Track] How to Attract Private-Equity Partners to Grow Your Self-Storage Portfolio. 

My goal is to invest in Multifamily properties (2-4units) and eventually grow into larger apartment complexes (25+ units) as a means of creating a sustainable business that generates passive income to support my family, my community, and if God is willing then myself as well. 

Abdul Hi and welcome to BP Looks Like your Ready to take action I would Suggest connecting with other Wholesalers in your area by going to Local Meetups an scanning the Craiglist real estate Section an speaking to a few Wholesalers plus they are a Few wholesalers on BP that will be able to assist you an grow your Network.