This is a trust tax designed to level the playing field so that tax-exempt entities do not drive taxpaying business out of business when they substantially act like a comparable commercial business.Because of this tax impact, flipping houses in an IRA may not be as lucrative as most folks think since the common assumption is that everything an IRA does is wholly tax-exempt.  

But by offering to pay something (if you can) demonstrates a level of seriousness that many newbies lack.I did exactly what I'm sharing with you 15 years ago.  

I'm definitely pushing my own comfort level with this venture.

Turnkey properties seem to be a good entry level for someone who already has a 50 hour a week job.Could I rollover one of my IRAs to a Self Directed IRA then use that money to invest in turnkey property.  

I've been a high level producer in insurance because I sought out good mentors, took direction well and learned my craft by bringing them great opportunities.  

If your goal is cash flow and long term hold and you can find that cash flow, then a short (or long) term dip in property values should not be problematic as long as you continue to cash flow at your target levels.  

Liz has extensive knowledge in financing, appraising, construction, marketing as well as her greatest attribute is creating systems to maximize time, quality and monetary constraints to ensure efficiencies on all levels.

My skills are on the phone sales (extremely high Level) in person sales ( high level) and taking action.

Look for cracks on the foundation, sagging or un-level floors. - Water damage is a big one.

This is not some little one unit house to hand over the keys, this is a apartment complex with over a dozen people all moving along in the transaction, including incoming and outgoing Property Managers, Agents, Tenants, etc.Normally buyers are much more professional at this level.