It is an argument we hear often here on BP that, honestly, misses the mark for most investors.Your question is not, should I invest in real estate with cash or with an IRA, but rather; "I have an IRA and am considering whether investing it in real estate may be better than leaving it in the stock market?".   

It's just a debt liability in the bank's eyes and they'll look at your income and LTV ratioI forgot to mention that banks usually do need 3 month record of tenant income to count towards your income which may or may not affect your ability to qualify for a mortgage depending on your income.

I do travel fairly often back and forth but day to day operations are handled by my immediate family.

I love the fact that online acquaintances often translate into real frienships. 

These folks are often ready to downsize or transition to assistance.

Having said that, this doesn't happen all as often as someone has lead you to believe.If you move it into a LLC, you have to be sure that you are truly treating it seperate and not using your personal funds.

You can often find entire kitchen cabinet sets for $1000 or less.

The guarantor requirements are:1. good credit (700 and above)2. proof of income (min 72 x monthly rent: $144k/y on a $2k/month apt)I often clearly state these criteria on the apt ad online, and I pre-screen applicants on the phone.

A beautiful fall (with often snow flurries) and a long winter. 

How often do communicate and how often is it done?