What percentage do they charge you monthly?

They told me they'll pay it and charge the tenant, but don't expect anything.The first question is, is there even a way to prove it was the tenants trash?

@Clay SellersTo keep costs down, you may want to open the self-directed IRA with a custodian that charges reasonable fees but is still reputable.

Get their card, get an idea of what they charge, and be sure to mention that you aren't planning to lend out of your IRA, if that is the case. 

It happens because the provider feels like they can demonstrate cash flow - but be careful because they can minimize certain expenses to make the cash flow look good, but then unexpected expenses could kill your profit.

We never hired a management company, as it was not cost effective with rent we have been charging and it is only one house.Another question: If I do wait til Fall 2019 to sell, should I rip the carpet (up the stairs, living room hallways, bonus and bedrooms—2600sf house) and leave floors bare, (it’s light colored, horrible carpet) to allow buyers to add their own?

You could evict, create a pet lease and charge for the dog, make tenant get rid of the dog if they want to stay, or request tenant break lease and leave without eviction. 

If you aren't getting a good feeling, look towards the national lenders, such as Quicken (who are unexpectedly attentive and responsive).  

@Edisson Casseus generally, a hard money lender will need 10% - 20% of the purchase price, plus whatever points they charge, and money to start the renovations (realistically, 25% of the reno costs), and a reserve for loan repayment.

.- If you are looking at C neighborhoods and below, what are the eviction processes and what does management charge?