Not all banks are created equal when it comes to a particular asset class.

Other specialized asset classes there are lot's of syndicators just usually not on Bigger Pockets.

In which case, your extra money might be better deployed into getting more deals.Actually, that would be my suggestion - pay the highest interest rate (for the ones above 5%) till you bring it to the point the principal/interest ratio is substantial (like 80%/20%) and then stop - the note itself will act as asset protection.

As you stated it well, it is your asset and only you decide the rules and regulations.

When a lead reaches a certain criteria (you can do this by scoring or setting campaign goals based on specific actions), our software now knows it's time to take action and take care of items such as: scheduling walk throughs, showings, sending contracts for esignature, scheduling closings, etc. 

A fiduciary will still need to be appointed (and possibly challenged), heirs determined, and time for marshaling assets and dealing with creditor claims factored in.

You'll need to bring at least 20-25% down for the construction loan and make sure there's enough income/assets on whoever is guaranteeing the loan - the existing mortgage and equity of the house will get rolled into the construction loan. 

@Costin IorgulescuWhile there is technical merit to the differentiation between the tax performance of passive real estate held personally and within an IRA, the argument misses the key point.When investing your IRA in any asset, you are not comparing that investment to how it would perform in the after-tax world. 

I also thought access to the MLS and being able to show myself properties would be a good asset!

@Kateem Aaron Guidelines are same for all whether self-employed or salary---lender look for income, liabilities and assets .