I wrote about this topic before: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51-tax-legal-issues-contracts-self-directed-ira/topics/996587-explained-tax-consequences-of-k-1-syndicationsPreferred return refers to distributions.

Use the money I have in one of the IRAs to open up a self-directed IRA, have the self directed IRA purchase the property and immediately seller the property tax free, the. move the money back into the original IRA, close the self directed IRA.3.

You may want to talk to your accountant on whether it makes sense to some of these strategies in a Self-Directed IRA.  

I'm looking to get some guidance in the maintenance of my existing self-directed IRA. 

There are self directed IRAs that specialize in this sort of thing but you are not withdrawing the funds you are using them on real estate.Hope this helps!

Her big picture overview is that she has about $600k between Roth & Traditional IRA accounts and a 401k account, she also has an estimated $400k equity in her primary residence.

@Reid SealbyIf you have separated from service, then you can rollover your TSP to an IRA of your choosing. 

Should I focus on investing in a ROTH IRA or A Brokerage account?

Should I focus on investing in a ROTH IRA or A Brokerage account?

Let’s say it’s a family member or an investor loaning from their self directed ira - I’m curious what others are using as POF to submit offers on a house in those scenarios.