I am also assuming that I should avoid the self-directed IRA route, since I am counting on sweat-equity to add value to this property.

If you’re looking to wholesale, go direct to sellers, this market is too competitive to build a business on wholesaling through a single agent.

If anyone has tips or creative strategies to find off market deals I'm all ears ...I've considered direct mail ..for some reason I want to see if chatting with local PMs and brokers gets me anywhere first

I want to establish a self-directed Solo 401K (not Roth).

Pay off current mortgage, save frivolously, seek other purchases, etc.I'm looking for some advice and direction from some similar experiences here within the BP community.

I've heard of people having the funds within a day or two of applying.The loan is direct deposited into your checking account and can be used pretty much however you see fit.

Make your number one goal being to get the property prior to trustee sale by getting in contact with the owner directly.

There is some overlap with Cheyenne so there may be some folks there that could point you in the right direction.

I’m pretty familiar with the area as I used to drive for a living for a long-time in the medical field and I’m just a naturally curious person.We’re also looking for Hard Money lenders if there are any fellow Arizonans out there that can point us in the right direction about said lenders we would really appreciate it!

What kind of creative options have you used and what are the pros and cons in your situation?