This is pretty informative discussion that you may find beneficial as you sort things out:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/527...There are several of us who specialize in Solo 401k and are active here on the forum, you should reach out and speak in person. 

They talked about the following method for those who don't want to be super active in real estate:Buy one house a year, ensure rent covers all expenses at a minimum Have each house on a 15 or 20 year noteOnce you hit year 16 or 21 (whatever you amortize the loan for), start doing cash out refinancesThis method only requires one house (more would work too) a year, and would greatly supplement or even provide a retirement.  

What do you find appraisers weigh more heavily in their calculations- current market activity, or proximity to the location?

You need to realize that it's far more common to get your money back out (or a portion of) than it is to get a deal w/ no money down.....While nothing down can happen, its RARE and isn't realistic if you want to be an active investor.

I am looking for someone who is responsive more than anything else and keeps their promised timelines on different activities.

The Operations LLC is often used for all the highest liability activities, such as property management, paying contractors, collecting rent, etc.This article can explain some of the differences more clearly.

They tent to limit your investment choices to conventional investments such as stocks and mutual funds.To set up a self-directed Solo 401k you need a specialty provider firm, there are several of us who actively participate on this forum and can help you.

Hi are there any active wholesalers doing business in new york city ???

Hi are there any active wholesalers doing business in new york city ???

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