One of the strategies I use is to reduce or eliminate taxes-  by using Roth IRAs and 401ks and other qualified plans to invest in real estate and other alternative assets.  

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Can anyone recommend a CPA with experience in self-directed IRAs and real estate in the Dallas-Ft Worth Tx area, thanks.

You want to focus on finding the right self-directed IRA service provider.

I would open a Vanguard IRA and place it all into VTSAX.

Have you looked into the logistics of rolling over a 401k into a self-directed IRA, and do you understand how to partner with an IRA without violating the prohibited transaction rules?

@Clint Harris place this post in Solo 401k,Roth IRA,retirement strategies forum.

I've invested with some of the crowdfunding sites through my IRA.  

My financial friend has a Roth IRA that will give me $20,000 for 10% of the Cashflow and Equity when it is sold at a future date. ( the terms of the option are case by case ) This benefits to the IRA holder are a good return without the liability and taxation of owning the rental property along with a good ROI.

Do you have a 401(k) and/or IRA?