As you said you are currently still employed there, so you can't do it right away until you leave employment there.Second, once you've rolled over, you can setup your SDIRA as a regular account (where fund release has to go via your custodian) or setup a LLC checkbook option, where you can write out a check for your choice of investments.Yes you will have full control over the use of funds in your rolled over SDIRA. 

All that building that's happening means more supply which equals lower rents.

Louis]Single-family home building permits serve as a leading indicator of future housing supply trends.

For example, if you buy in a semi-rural area or suburban area the pool of applicants can be much smaller and with an increase in supply it creates a downward pressure on prices and higher days on market averages.

My student loan payments are $0, but the regular VA lender I've been working with told me they have to factor as if I'm paying $820/mo!

The problem: Yes they will buy, but they will also sell, so it becomes a wash in terms of supply and demand. 

@Jermaine JohnsonTo succeed in the Houston market, network with professionals like real estate agents, contractors, and property managers, leverage local investor groups, understand the market by researching neighborhood trends, supply and demand, and zoning regulations, use market data and tools, and start with a focused strategy based on your goals.

This is because so much new multi family supply has come online.

However, termites can be persistent, so a regular maintenance plan could add peace of mind and prevent future damage.For example, your pest control company’s plan charges $995 upfront for termites and $22 per month for ongoing treatment.

During our first deal we'll look at communication and regular updates.