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@Tricia O'Brien I had a retirement plan through my employer and set up a self directed Solo K through @Brian Davis at Accuplan.

Second all of the above, and landlords should also be sure (as some allude) that you structure the relationship as an independent contractor/client relationship (and NOT in any way an employer/employee, which can be problematic as you can be liable for an employees actions)...

Maybe share with her how having your own real estate business puts you guys *in control* of the money, versus relying on an employer to keep paying you?

I was working with him in terms of setting me up with a solo 401K but it didn't make sense for me because of lack of self employment.

Looks great on a resume too for any future employer.   

Are there any big happenings with large employers in or near your town?  

I wanted to know if Im able to make contributions (monthly when I was employed) to the IRA since I'll eventually be paying taxes on the profit.  

In that case, the self-directed IRA LLC is an equivalent program providing full control over investments and the ability to invest in anything the IRS rules allow.Generally speaking, when someone is self-employed and has no full time employees, and looks to be in that situation for some time, then the Solo 401(k) will be the better option.

Ordinary income rate all the way.Are these all bait and switch type listings, where they are offered at like 80% of FMV, hoping to be bid up?