But at the same time something wasn't registering with those involved.  

I invest in monthly Cashflow properties in NYC & JC .looking to get involve on more flips this year.

Be careful not to commit yourself to using or involving that agent - unless you decide you want a buyers agent/broker.

Jeff Beard a realtor was not involved in this transaction. 

-From finding a deal to closing the deal, what are the steps involved?

I have discussed with my bank projects that would involve complete rebuild of houses, where the original house would cost more than 20% of the costs (likely around 50%), and they were fine as long as I could close the construction loan with my 20% in cash.  

The company seems legit albeit involved in some worker safety issues (they are in the construction industry).  

All of the transactions involving your IRA must be 'arms length', you are not allowed to receive any personal benefits from it nor can you provide any services or do any work on the property yourself. 

There is a bit more costs involved with short term rentals but still a pretty good return.

I was just offered a loan with a 2.5% loan origination fee for a 320k, and that didn't include the other fees involved. it came out to $8k going to the broker.