Bryan,Here are the 3 main options to consider:1) Custodial self-directed IRA, lower upfront cost but watch out for transaction and asset based fees, have to go through custodian for every transaction, might be inconvenient for certain investments. 2) Checkbook IRA (aka Checkbook IRA), eliminate transaction fees, higher upfront cost because of special purpose LLC, but long term will provide savings and most importantly a convenience of having checkbook control over your retirement assets. 3) Truly self-directed Solo 401k, requires self-employment activity or small business, the best option if you qualify.

Owners need to learn to look past the score and focus on what is inside the credit report - late pays, active collections, judgments, repos - anything of that nature spells D-E-A-D-B-E-A-T.

So buy their books, join their programs, engage in their community. 5.

My problem is lack of active knowledge on this method.

used to be quite active at courthouse steps.. but pretty much a non starter these days.I had lunch yesterday with one of the biggest buyers a total of 4 homes went to sale in the whole metro area..

According to my tax attorney, I don't need to issue them because I'm treating my rentals as a "passive activity and not a business".

She's an active BP member - I would reach out to her and ask if she's still taking on new clients for 2017. 

Does anyone know if there are active groups in Harford County, MD? 

The question is whether or not all parties will be actively involved in the deal (JV/partnership) or if there will be one lead/sponsor/general partner and the rest will be passive investors with expectations of return on their money (syndication).

My lawn service, contractors and pest control guys tell me if pets or other shady activities are happening at the property.