The Solo 401(k) also has the advantage of being more favorable for real estate investments using debt-financing such as a mortgage - as the 401(k) is exempted from a small tax called UDFI that an IRA would pay on the percentage of income derived from the borrowed money.When it comes to the best investments, it really depends on you. 

Based on your experience do sellers favor offers with conventional loans over FHA loans (which is what I plan on using)?    

Rental Property Tax BreaksA primary reason that investors are able to build wealth over the long term is because of the favorable tax breaks that come from having rental property.

I choose to leverage "good debt" to acquire multiple cash-flow producing / tax favored / appreciating assets.

Hey I don’t really have a question more so a favor to ask!

With the "wind up" time to vineyard production, you can almost plant the exact opposite varieties of what are in favor at the moment and end up with what everyone wants when you come into production!

Some homes for sale are being bid above their asking price, others are not.While home loan interest rates are favorable right now, lenders need eligible borrowers.

There's a couple banks I've worked with in the past that don't require seasoning but the terms aren't quite as favorable- however Fannie Mae allows you to do a cash out refi based on 70-75% for a Conventional loan after 6 months seasoning

If you can find some cash flow, the appreciation factor is a turbo-horsepower engine working in your favor.

Then look for markets with reasonable property taxes and insurance and that have favorable landlord/tenant statutes.