Even if you are self-managing, I think it's an important cost to account for in case you decide you don't want to self-manage.

Here's where a good knowledge of self-directed retirement funds comes in lotsa handy.

I have an opportunity to purchase a class A self storage facility in the Midwest that's 85% occupied for $11,200/unit. 20% of the units are climate controlled.

Almost all real estate agents are self employed and get paid 100% on commission.

However, after 2-3 months of researching/self-educating, an opportunity presented itself in that a friend from the gym bought a new house, but it was contingent on them selling their current.

I'm a huge fan of DSCR loans because they allow real estate investors not to be constrained by a debt to income ratio, which is a challenging calculation for self-employed folks, particularly real estate investors who tend to have a significant portion of their net worth 'off balance sheet' in their real estate.

@Anna NguyenDid you invest with self-directed IRA or self-directed Solo 401k? 

With a single rental I would highly consider self managing until you build your portfolio.

Finally, if you have investors using Self-directed IRA funds, factor in at least 1-2 weeks (another trust custodian told us to count on 3 weeks!)

I'm looking to purchase rental properties but have been self-employed for the past year and have been told by 1 lender than there is a 2 year minimum.