I've always wanted to be financially free because I've always known the beauty, and power of it, and the benefits. 

I've always wanted to be financially free because I've always known the beauty, and power of it, and the benefits.

Agree with Michael S. that knowledge is power and it will help to build your confidence the more you read and absorb the material on this site.Check out all the podcasts, I listen to them in my car during my daily commute.  

I recognize the power of taking action, but taking action without understanding the consequences of what you are doing could be very destructive to your future endeavors.

Hello BP,In order to gain greater buying power (sooner) I was wondering if it's legal or if anyone here has ever combined their spouses 401k to use in a self directed 401k trust to purchase real estate property.I understand how a trust would work (all monies have to flow through the custodian, etc..)I will probably follow up with my tax advisor / financial advisor / trust companiesAll the same, just wondering if anyone has experience w/ this "strategy"?

That gives us 1,424,000 in purchasing power.

A lot of what you are paying for is this professional knowledge and ability to piece the puzzle together.If you or a draftsman can do this, then more power to you.  

So forgive me for being shocked and amazed once again at the power of BP.

Additionally, the closing attorney requested power of attorney from the other partners that enabled/directed me as the sole person responsible for the transactions on the LLC's behalf. 

If you are attempting to sway people in power who may wake up and fix the system, I am not sure this is the ideal venue for that.If you are so down on the area, you should probably change your investing but I am just not sure why you are so intent on spreading the doom.