These plans typically cost a bit more to establish due to the legal work, but in most cases will save you considerably over the long term.

If you have an agent who is in the bottom 94%, kick them to the curb and get one who can act faster (either themselves or by systems they have established) and who have an ethical north star that is stronger than you and them both! 

Can anyone direct me to a reputable attorney in the San Antonio or Austin areas that can help me understand more about the Self Directed IRA's and establishing one?

There are places where you could buy several homes with your $500K using the cash and then once you've established a credit history in Canada, refinance them.I don't know how mortgages work in the UK, but in Canada you lock in for a long time (amortization period) of up to 25 years and then a shorter term (3-5 years). 

I bought the place knowing that I need to redo the entire unit and clean things up.People have told me I need to establish my own policies and should adhere to them. 

Nor am I experienced in proper contracts in establishing the right paperwork to ensure legal/asset protection for both parties. 

So I imagine you can find a decent cheap inspector for under $100, and maybe even establish a relationship with that individual to do quick walk throughs prior to buying.

If yes, the distribution might not be taxable if Roth was established 5 years before he passed away. 

Walker you or a realtor will need to negotiate a short sale, and the owner/seller can establish a hardship.

With credit insurance, they cover the invoice when the customer doesn't pay beyond the annual deductible.They cover medium to larger firms, those with finance and credit departments, established credit policies they come in to audit annually to adhere to the established credit policies.