That means getting it listed on MLS with a competent, full-time Realtor.NAR studies (and there is admittedly a case to be made there for bias) have consistently shown that homes that are sold through a Realtor fetch more than enough additional money to cover Realtor commissions. 

.- use the attorney at title and add it to the HUD-1We use a clause in the note that waives the right to defend a foreclosure in default, so the property returns to the seller without contest (varies from state to state I imagine)We also pay the sellers closing costsAll of this stuff is negotiable...you can always push things with these...like lower the down payment and have the buyer pay all your clients fees and your commission, etc.Give me a shout if you want to chat more about this topic.

They wanted me to pay off $14,000 of debt which i did but when I walked away from the closing table I paid a total of $12,746 in additional closing fees.14,000:Debt$12,746: Closing cost on new houseTotal cost: $26,977Netting me only $2,400 from both closes.I felt like putting my head through the wall as the information I was given from my loan officer was nothing close to what happened.

Additional questions:1.

In addition to the mini storage units, there are 11 spaces in the rear measuring approximately 12'x35' which can be leased for boat, RV, and vehicle storage.

In addition to real estate classes, classes in business, entrepreneurship, accounting, economics, etc would serve you well. 

Really, I hate to be critical (not) but it is very difficult reading post after post from landlords asking for advice on a very simple landlord 101 situation.

The owner/company on title owes me additional money so I may need to use it for leverage to collect on the bigger amount. 

To make the loan secured you need a deed or trust or a mortgage in addition to the promissory note.You should consult an attorney to make sure your IRA interest is protected.

Any additional help is greatly appreciated.