I also got licensed in Florida at the end of 2023 so we can continue to invest and create additional income to put into a buying fund.I'm excited to be here to learn and connect with other investors and realtors. 

TLDR: If I can feel confident in the deal itself, I have no problem taking on additional debt.

From some additional research, it seems that Texas is a non-disclosure state, which could be the reason why there isn't that much information out there.

If you have a good CPA, realistically, the only additional deductions you get for putting a property in an LLC are the costs associated with creating and maintaining the LLC. 

The only reason we did it was because the numbers were good enough that we were willing to pay the additional cost to get the squatters our. 

If you had a decent relationship with them and are worried about the things they could spread, I would at least make them pay that additional month and start advertising immediately.

As an investment property owner, I understand wanting to avoid any additional headaches that may come with potential water damage.

In addition, you can reach out to a local hard money lender (not a national lender) and they will point you in the direction of fix and flippers who would make an offer.

It adds no additional protection and will not shield you in the event of a lawsuit.

If you are under age 59 1/2, there is an additional 10% penalty.Bottom line is that we strongly recommend against using IRA funds to purchase a house you wish to have personally in teh future.