It actually says “Loans to Partner (or persons related to Partners)”.

@Jerry Chilimidos I am not a CPA owever my understanding is any loans to your IRA can not be personally guaranteed.

I personally do not touch equity in my own home to incorporate into my business.

Id personally classify those as three different investing areas. 

Networking is the key to growth...I am always down for coffee if you want to connect in person. 

I do have to ask for the annual statement now, but the person who did their books previously automatically sent me.

I have no experience personally investing with them.   

If the office is disorganized, their processes likely are, too.Other ConsiderationsExperience: Choose medium-sized firms—they balance resources and personal attention better than large or small firms.Fees: you cannot afford a discount property manager.

I personally like Alabama and Tennessee a lot, depending on what specific area you're looking at.Look for Class B or C properties in stable rental markets, particularly single-family homes or duplexes.

Quote from @Daniel Windingstad: Quote from @Obed Calixte: Some people have the personality, processes and systems & time to self manage, some do not.