Be safe not sorry. 

I dont like the sales techniques though of putting folks into massive CC debt to buy the program knowing full well 90% will never do a real estate deal.. just like all the new folks that come to bp for a month or so get all jacked up and never really do anything unless they have a good W2 and can buy a rental which takes no special training or thought process its the simpliest concept in business to understand.. buy house rent house..

I also want them to be safe from slipping on ice, yet have to keep calling to get plowing contractors to do what I'm paying them to do! 

As for the removal of snow and ice, the Code provides that the landlord shall maintain all means of egress at all times in a safe, operable condition and shall keep all exterior stairways, fire escapes, egress balconies and bridges free of snow and ice.

@Todd WillhoiteYou are correct that there is a control group issue and there is no avenue to establish a Solo 401(k) for you.An ERISA 401(k) offering employee coverage such as a safe harbor 401(k) would be an option, but self-directing such a vehicle is generally complex, expensive, and very limiting as to what portion of plan funds can be placed in non-traditional assets.A self-directed IRA would be your best option.  

Traveling with a spouse or a partner in regards to meals get a little gray, it's one of those vague rules "is the expense reasonable and ordinary" It's a good idea to get them involved so there is no question, for example my wife does the books and picks colors and finishes.Hope this helps, travel safe!

Dodd Frank and the Safe act have come into being since the book was written.

I would make the monthly mortgage payments and the buyer would then pay me so I could ensure the seller's credit is safe.

$30K properties in my area are teardowns or in areas that I wouldn't feel safe in.  

Prepare that the banl will use the one with the lowest score to be on the safe side.