Also be aware of Unrelated Business Income Tax (or UBIT) on leveraged real estate inside of an IRA.Or better yet, since you are self-employed - go with a truly self-directed Solo 401k plan, which would be a much better option and will help you avoid the UBIT on this investment.

She also mentioned that they’ve been in real estate since 2006 and have managed over 30 properties (though this is more of a side business for them), which suggests a mom-and-pop operation.

this is basically the business credit coaching partner that works with you over the course of 12 mos. to help you build up business credit for your company. 

If I'm staying one night somewhere, a quick business trip or something into Denver to show clients homes, a hotel is my choice.

Buying rental properties is investing in a business and a place to make your money and time work for you.

yes, its a people business.

Lee Arnold is by far one of the best people in the business.

There are a handful of active agents here on BP in the Portland area (including my business partner and I) who would be good places to start.

The program has been great for my own STR investments and my co-hosting business.

Working this backwards, what I see is a 3rd party trying to benefit from another’s house via rental cashflow, My only business is 30+ years as probate estate and trust lending in CA.