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. 

My options on what to do next is do I go it alone, buy a decent house, and manage it myself or use an established turnkey/PM with a good reputation in the area?

That capacity can be further limited or even eliminated if you are a high income earner.Most folks who establish a self-directed IRA for investing in real estate are starting with a rollover from prior savings, such as a 401(k) from a former employer. 

One company owns everything and does nothing (this is your SLLC a/k/a “asset holding company”) and a completely separate company handles all of your operations (this is a traditional LLC a/k/a “operating company”) For the operating company which serves as your face to the world and through which you do all your business, you establish a Traditional LLC to carry out the operations of your investments.

If you want professional advice and expertise, discuss with your agent how they will be paid and work to mutually establish trust.

This is a VERY tough time to find a good GC and establish a good relationship with.

.), once you can get an established relationship with a few of these key players and prove you are a ready to act on deals they refer to you, then finding these sort of properties should be a breeze for you!