Would it be a prohibited transaction if at closing I "partnered" with my IRA LLC for a 50-50% split of the property.

We use Rentometer, but don't find it to tell the full story effectively enough.Have you seen anything along those lines that has worked well?

What will the effects be on real estate investors?

It was not made clear the lease would still be in effect and I would be responsible for entire month. 

Purchase: For a purchase money transaction, the LTV is determined by dividing the loan amount by the lesser of the “as completed” appraised value of the property or the sum of the purchase price of the property and the total rehabilitation costs.Refinance Transactions: For a refinance transaction, the LTV is determined by dividing the original loan amount by the “as completed” appraised value of the property.Eligible Renovation: There are no required improvements or restrictions on the types of repairs allowed.

What are the strategies I can use to speed up this snow balling effect? 

I want to know objectively how effective Bob Diamond's Overages Program is?

It's a little more sophisticated type of transaction but certainly doable.

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.

ThanksYou effectively have an economic loss, but not a tax loss.