I am not so obtuse to think that with any endeavor (specifically RE) that there is no money or knowledge that is necessary to make it work; however, as many have said on various posts, "You have to get off the sidelines and play in the game."

Hi Andrew,Real estate investing is a complex and rewarding endeavor, especially in areas with lower property prices like Southern Illinois.

Wishing you success in your endeavors!

Quote from @Maria Muniz: @Dorothy Butala the money would be used for a down payment for a house or businessUnfortunately the regs that surround self directed IRA's won't let you use the funds for those two endeavors. 

Little did I know that I would meet some of the best people in this community but that I would transform into a better person personal and professionally.  

By harnessing the right strategies and expertise, you can transform your rental property into a profitable, stress-free venture that thrives in the heart of NYC.So, why wait?

We were familiar with the upside and potential of the neighborhood and immediately jumped on the opportunity to transform this home into a modern craftsman!

Purchase price: $485,000 Cash invested: $400,000 Sale price: $1,090,000 Utmost Development purchased a 1,000 square foot Levitt-style cape in order to transform it into a client’s dream home.

I believe in the transformative power of real estate as a wealth-building tool, and I am dedicated to sharing knowledge and opportunities with others.

We were familiar with the upside potential of the neighborhood and immediately jumped on the opportunity to transform this home into a modern craftsman!