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https://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/2810/21298-solo-4...Quote from @Daniel M.: I’m considering cashing out my 401(k) and IRA funds to invest in more real estate and would appreciate any advice or insights on whether this idea is viable.Current Financial Situation:Significant savings in 401(k) and IRA accounts.Additional funds in a taxable brokerage account.Age: 40, with a relatively high effective tax rate.Limited emergency fund.Existing Duplex:Mortgage with a 75% LTV ratio and a high interest rate.Modest annual cash flow.Withdrawal Scenarios:Scenario 1: Withdraw everything today at age 40, resulting in a 35% loss to penalties and taxes.Scenario 2: Withdraw at age 60 with growth scenarios ranging from 1.3x to 2.3x the initial balance.Proposed Real Estate Investment:Purchase two additional duplexes with a 75% LTV and 6.635% interest rate on a 30-year term.Projected outcomes include appreciation, cash flow growth, loan amortization, and tax benefits.Comparison of Real Estate vs.

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Here’s an example of that:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/did-western-wealth-capita...Last week we did a show dedicated to capital calls with Mr Burke.Most of the investors on this site are active investors.

Does anyone know of any longer form blog articles/books on conducting proper due diligence on a property?

I disagree with that blog entry.

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It's done well enough to keep the lights on with a modest profit, but definitely could do a lot better with more of that experienced property manager's "secret sauce".