The SDIRA is an insanely powerful investment tool, and utilizing it effectively is truly an art form.

Ask for a couple properties they have sold recently and take a virtual walk around those neighborhoods to see if they line up with the class of property you're being sold.

Virtually all reverse mortgage products are insured by AIG or some other reinsurance entity.

Not bad but could be a lot better but likely better requires more effort than what you have exerted for the 7% return.You could keep the property with virtually no effort and do OK. 

Cleveland, OH...the country's best kept secret.Cheap cost of living (housing, entertainment, etc)Incredible Park System that runs throughout entire Northeast Ohio (Metroparks)Professional Sports (Browns, Indians, Cavs, Hockey, etc.)Playhouse Square (Biggest theater district in the USA outside of NYC)Rich history (steel, industry, Rockefellers, etc.)Museums (Rock and Roll HoF, Art, etc.)Prestigious Universities (Case Western Reserve)Incredible Food due to multi-ethnic old-world population (Slavic, Arabic, African American, Latino, etc.)Lake Erie (and everything that comes with it, boating, beaches, etc.)Excellent Suburban school systems (I am a produkt of deeze skoolz)City Pride...you don't get it unless you're from hereThe worst part about Cleveland is the weather. 

I am virtually at ground zero with my note investing business but I have thought about compensating for the few disadvantages of notes (lack of tax deductions, impermanence, etc.) by including buy and hold investing.

What are the best books/videos/educational resources those of you that are KILLING IT would suggest for a newbie that wants to master the art of filing his funnel with GOOD deals. 

Takes the right type of person to appreciate modern art.

Is anyone familiar with The Art of Owner Finance Pro?

The BP meetups in Provo have still been happening virtually and hosted by @Jeremiah Maughan.