On the flip, I am now more confident when evaluating these lower value multifamily properties.I'm going to set up a meeting with my primary bank just to talk and get a feel for what price range I can play ball in.Thanks again everyone.

But I consultant my CPA who says that rental properties don't go in Schedule C and even if I was able to put them on Schedule C, I would be subject to self-employment taxes.

At some point after you've evaluated a bunch, be confident enough to pull the trigger.

A lot of forum members are very knowledgeable in their respective fields related to real estate investing, whether that is real estate sales, wholesaling, flipping, rentals, lending, self-directed IRA and Solo 401k investing, or tax and legal guidance.There are a few self-contained guides that you can access here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guidesIf you haven’t been to it already, you might want to check out the BP blog: https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/The site has quite a few tools that can be helpful for new members.

Because you're self-employed doesn't disqualify you from anything.

They’re very helpful, and you’ll have more confidence in the information that way. 

Has anyone used AdvantaIRA in setting up and managing their Self-Directed IRA and/or Solo 401K?

Finance with 203k, rehab, self occupy and rent out.

A lot of forum members are very knowledgeable in their respective fields related to real estate investing, whether that is real estate sales, wholesaling, flipping, rentals, lending, self-directed IRA and Solo 401k investing, or tax and legal guidance.

Should I get my real estate license and try my luck there or should I keep grinding for 10-15 years until I can become self sufficient with rent?