Lien position is something you’ll likely want to master first, before buying at auction to avoid making a costly mistake.

I'm suggesting you avoid Fortune Builders $25k level, but local boot camps by your REiA maybe $499, even $999. 

So:For those who have used SDIRAs(or those who avoid them), please comment, as this is an investment that is both intriguing and perhaps mine laden (if not very careful), from what I see.Thanks,Dave

I have been looking at a Land Trust as a way to avoid this. 

Share them here and help future tenants avoid the scams!

How do I avoid all this mess?

I tend to avoid doing business with them as I don't need that kind of hassle.

In some states, you also avoid entity-level tax/fees if you have a holding level LLC (applies to both SMLLC and MMLLC).

It can create stress in relationships, I would rather avoid.

So, I would be cautious of this strategy/avoid it all together.