Always approach the situation as a problem solver and a solution provider, everyone wins. 

Nothing against any of that as it's all necessary, but I don't seem to be able to locate a good group that is simply folks who want to learn, grow, and share ideas together.Does anyone know of any groups like that?

Also, I would proceed with caution on the willingness to pay for the transfer fee on the SDIRA, for many reasons, one of is simply the cost.Hope this helps.

It is very well built but what really piqued my interest was the potential to convert the formal dining to a 4th bedroom simply by adding a door. 

In that case, you simply buy the appropriate extension and put your flooring in place.

The brokerage firm is simply holding the funds. 

I simply want to get things rolling and a condo that makes my housing expense tolerable by renting out the other room seems to be my best option at this point.

A win-win for the both of you. 

Simply search "(City Name) Real Estate" and read the news articles from the past 3 years.

Wow that was great insight Jonathan thank you.My biggest concern is simply not having an income of reserve while going to school and capex or expenses putting me underwater.