In fact, because most checkbook plans offered by quality providers come bundled with meaningful support, you actually have better guidance and lower risk than working with a custodian that is purely a processing agency and cannot provide guidance by rule.Lending works well in an IRA, as it produces passive interest income that is fully tax sheltered to the IRA. 

In fact to provide support for you Income Approach (NOI/Cap Rate = Value) to value is your Sales Comparison Approach which would be measured by a price per unit or square foot of comparable apartment buildings.

You should also make sure your entire financial picture can support the pressure of any future problems which could occur in the market, like factories closing, tax increases or rent control to name a few.

We also had a short deadline for closing and going thru the process of a new LLC paperwork and potentially chatting with an attorney would require extra time (that we didn't have).

Allan Hancock College is there also, employs around 400 people.Home to the 20th Space Wing, this paired with the air-force base supports an economy also driven by tech, innovation and industry.Major employers that support the area are UCSB, air-force Base, Dignity Health Central Coast, SB Cottage Hospital, Raytheon Co..There is prison there.Two airports somewhat nearby: Santa Barbara airport - direct flights to Dallas, Denver, LV, Oakland, Phx, SF and Seattle.

I was also well supported by a coach and training materials.

I was thinking about starting an llc, and separate my finances from the rental income, so I don't lose the child support assistance and raise my student loan payments. 

Their lack of response leads to another question:  How responsive is their support team? 

Having a supportive wife is key :).

@Max Householder Daniel i believe we have a chat already going.