At the time, I had determined it was not a cost effective solution (even though I was paying myself the interest) once you considered the CMHC insurance premium, the originating fees, and the custodial/servicing fees.    

This eliminates the paperwork, processing delays and per-transaction fees that come with the custodial model. 

Compared to an IRA, Solo 401k contributions limits are roughly ten times higher.There is no custodial requirement for the 401k.You don't need the additional expense and administration of an LLC to have checkbook control.There is a built in-Roth component whereas IRAs are either traditional or Roth, not both.A spouse can also participate in the same Solo 401k plan.The Solo 401k has additional tax benefits over an IRA when investing into real estate using leverage.The penalties for prohibited transactions are less severe, though it's best not to utilize this benefit :)

Once your money is in custody at a self directed IRA custodian it will allow you to pursue other investment options.

Professional Liability – protects you from tenant claims of discrimination and wrongful eviction brought on by your property manager’s actionsErrors & Omissions – protects you from property manager making a wrong decision that costs you money (enables you to file a claim to recoup your costs)Workers Compensation – protects you against personal injury claims from the property manager’s employees and subcontractors when they work on your propertyGeneral Liability – protects you against property damage or bodily injuries caused by your property manager’s employees and subcontractorsFiduciary/Crime – protects you against the mishandling or theft of your money that’s in the care, custody and control of your property manager

Through experience with the Family Court and the new cash cow of each state now, known as CSE Child Support Enforcement, I understand how you come up with your statement or conclusion.But, from being a non-custodial parent and the American economy situation, (unemployment, lay-offs, poverty, homelessness etc. etc. etc…) causing arrearages in court ordered CS payments, it is the CSE with the support of Family Courts that put you on the streets.

src=/program_offices/fair_housing_equal_opp/FHLawsBriefly:Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (Fair Housing Act), as amended, prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental, and financing of dwellings, and in other housing-related transactions, based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status (including children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women, and people securing custody of children under the age of 18), and handicap (disability).

Be sure to account for these distributions when managing your finances.Custodial Fees: Managing a self-directed IRA may come with custodial fees.

How many unique alternative assets do they custody?

He is in custody with the US Marshalls because of me.