This definitely helps :)

I highly recommend a well-qualified REALTOR who works with investors and knows how to help you best.7.

When you're fully ready for analysis check out the renter analysis tools and don't be afraid to post questions and ask for help, everyone is really supportive :) A good first step and great lending resource (super important in today's market) might be to check in with my lending guide and bestie of 20+ years @Joseph Chiofalo they lend nationwide and he's very patient with newbies and can help craft a workable plan towards portfolio growth.

It's our goal at Rent To Retirement to bring the best turnkey deals across the country to our marketplace and to help our investors find the best financing options that meet their goals. 

They'll introduce you to a lender for a pre-approval and help you get a feel for the market.

Any advice would help, thanks!

Be sure to consult with a qualified tax professional to guide you through this and to help you understand the tax consequences in your particular situation. 3) You don't go to a broker to setup a self-directed IRA.

Hope this helps.  

You want an accountant who can help you strategize and who is responsive when you want to know the consequences of the financial decisions you are making throughout the year.Good luck. 

Knowing the market and having a good realtor to help you with that is key.So I'm understanding this correctly, the property has been listed, one way or another for the better part of 18 months?