My Self Directed IRA LLC will own and control 4 properties after my next deal.

You will be able to get answers to all of your questions regarding real estate investing, wholesaling, flipping, rentals, lending, self-directed IRA and Solo 401k investing, or tax and legal guidance from many of the knowledgeable members.

@Raymond LathamAs @Frank Rodrigues mentioned, a self-directed IRA can be used to combine the tax benefits of a Roth IRA with the ability to invest directly into real estate.

A lot of investors seem to be buying in here as long term defense plays.

My ultimate goal is to do small commercial RE - under 20-unit apt bldgs to self manage in NE. 

Hi Guys,I'm under contract on a 133 unit self storage facility in Odessa, TX at a purchase price of $615k. 

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From real estate sales, wholesaling, flipping, rentals, lending, self-directed IRA and Solo 401k investing, or tax and legal guidance, you will find that many members here are very knowledgeable in their respective fields.

$500k at 4% is only $2400/mo so plenty left to pay for insurance/property tax and still be self supporting. 

My expense ratio for vacancy, capex, and maintenance is generally in the 15-20% combined range but I'm rehabbing up front and then self managing my properties.