I have two properties in Self directed IRA's. 

While I realize that self-delusion is a legitimate strategy used by high achievers, this particular delusion was not to be.

Would this be considered "self dealing"?

Under the category for Meals create subs:- Clients- Networking- Conference- Other meals (that is usually when you go get Dunkin Donut coffee just for your self)The first three are 100% deducted but not the other meals.

I know I had triple checked my numbers, asked myself a ton of questions, and had a lot of self doubts. 

So you have to look at it the way you will run it , but don't kid your self and have the numbers believe what you want.  

Are you seeking a foreclosure defense, foreclosure mediation, foreclosure strategy, foreclosure modification, .....

If you do want to sell a property or two to 1031 exchange, I would find your most problem properties and/or those far away to be difficult to self manage to sell.

Leveraging saves your cash assets, but becomes a disincentive to the next banker you talk to.As long as you're dealing with SFRs (and 2-4s) with conventional financing, the CONS kill your next deal as your DTI goes through the roof.Move into Commercial Financing (portfolio loans) and 5+ units and your DTI will no longer be a deficit to you as the properties themselves are self-supporting - - that's what the DSCR number proves to the lender.

It makes me able to self manage.