@Kevin KeatingWhat you're doing is s smart idea because of the low maintenance. 

That being said, how does one go about getting architect plans for a home to get bids from contractors in a smart way?

With vibrant neighborhoods and ongoing revitalization efforts, the city provides opportunities for both residential and commercial investment, making it an appealing choice for long-term growth.I hope you the best in your endeavors. 

Otherwise, if you prefer not to go through that process, you'll be hit with a 25% tax on your rental income, which can eat into your profits.I also recommend investing in a couple of cameras and a good smart lock for security and monitoring.

I always think it's smart to pay the $99 to go to a weekend seminar where you KNOW you will get pitched and you WILL NOT buy because the content and connections at the pre-pitch are all you need to get jumpstarted.

Since info’s sparse, connecting with VA loan experts might help fill in the gaps.Check this out: https://www.benefits.va.gov/BENEFITS/factsheets/homeloans/ve...For the Vendee Program, it's smart to get prequalified first—think of it as knowing your firepower before heading into the deal.

You’ve come to the right place to connect with some very smart investors.

What does exist are CHOICES of various ways of doing things with pluses and minuses to each.

As you said you are currently still employed there, so you can't do it right away until you leave employment there.Second, once you've rolled over, you can setup your SDIRA as a regular account (where fund release has to go via your custodian) or setup a LLC checkbook option, where you can write out a check for your choice of investments.Yes you will have full control over the use of funds in your rolled over SDIRA. 

Reading the answers definitely help me to clarify my choice of maintaining multiple accounts!