For short sale it is regulated and monitored.

None of us needs the money, but there is value to our time and to good advice so we thought an hourly consulting fee would be appropriate. 

Then you can turn it on in a day or so.If you're looking to be a passive investor, you may not need an LLC as the property and managing LLCs remove you from liability, but I'd definitely consult an attorney and/or CPA here.

For security monitoring, BP has a partnership with Simplisafe.

Logan Freeman got a lead from his consulting business, a customer of his had been a patron of the hardware store that occupied the building.

To do a 203(k) HUD loan, you need to hire a 203(k) Consultant, as well as a GC. 

Do you charge for monitoring and maintaining vacant units?

Unclear, why would you care about taxes from CapGains if it's funded out of a self-directed IRA.Also, remember that Depreciation Recapture (if you don't 1031 for tax deferral) is 25% on what you've taken when you close.Sometimes, doing cost segregation doesn't work in your favor, but I would consult with a tax professional if you're trying to figure out stuff.I appreciate the tribal lore on these forums, but I'm not a CPA and there are a few others that are not.

Lots of great info there, and then I double check with First American Title on ones I am monitoring.

I just did a consultation with an attorney and they helped my client and I to figure out the highest and best use for a piece of land in 45 minutes.