The process has been efficient and my partner(s) who have had SD IRA's before are looking to set up accounts with MidAtlantic after seeing how quickly they could get things funded.Note:  I have not ties with them other then being a satisfied customer.

The downside is you will need to live there, for a minimum of one year (to satisfy FHA Requirements); AND because you closed personally, you will not have Asset Protection, in the form of closing in the name of a LLC.

If you are considering out of state investing, please check out my new blog post and let me know your thoughts:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/7956/48618-6-b...Thanks!

Title companies aren't just concerned about the ability to win a challenge over the title.

It's a simple statement that the note has been satisfied. 

Saving up any amount of money can present challenges, regardless of your financial position.

If what I have been told in the past is correct, you will still pay those high taxes for the balance of this year, but then they will drop next year, but still be taxed at the significantly higher SEV already established unless you can successfully challenge SEV.  

Learn how REALTORS® are feeling nationwide about home price appreciation, closing challenges, and more.

There's no question that investing outside of your home state has more challenges but they can be overcome and sometimes you don't have any choice if your goal is cash flow and you live in a high cost market.

Renovating a 100+ yr old "historic" house is one of the most challenging and difficult tasks...for anyone; I can't imagine taking this on as a "super green", "newbie".