The weak prospects trained me.  

Try driving for dollars or direct mail if you can as well. 

You can also work directly with a tax attorney or CPA who is familiar with these plans.All 401k plans must remain current with changes to the tax code, so you will want to have an ongoing relationship with a legal resource that can provide periodic amendments.The advantage of a quality firm (not just a document provider) that specializes in self-directed Solo 401k plans is that you will have access to training and consulting advice so that you can operate your plan within the framework of the IRS limitations.

That way you're in a better position to "train" your tenants and you're getting them to help you with your bills at the same time. 

I intend on relocating to central Illinois in the next few years and would like to be of driving distance to my rentals.I'm real enthused to hear some folks are finding these properties.  

Drive over there yourself and check out the neighborhood, the lot, the building, the roof, the exterior, see if any windows are busted/missing.

Quick background on me: I have been marketing to a custom driving for dollars list for the last 12 months and have only bought and sold 1 property. 

63 young and want to drive for dollars so I can wholesale properties in California. 

I was driving through a neighborhood today that I absolutely love and came across a house for sale.

Take advantage of long term investment benefits - stomach the dips/rises & retire by 60, have a maid do my laundry/clean my house/cook my food, live in an area with nice weather, workout every day, ride motorcycles, drive sports cars, do track days, visit Vegas whenever I want.I plan to do this with income properties - buy a duplex, 3-4 unit, and into the bigger (15-20 unit) closer to retirement.Long Beach investors - hit me up!