When using a self directed IRA as a down payment on a rental property, I'm understanding that any cash flow can't be touched for personal use (if that's not the case please chime in). What happens then if you wanted t...

I'm pretty disappointed you can't get a mortgage with an IRA...according to my research. I'd like to use the IRA and get 5 or 6 properties and not just pay all cash for one property.

Any tips on how to get around no...

Hello BP! My name is Silvestre Madrid, first thing people ask me is "Do you have a nickname?" And yes..its Sly :) I feel very fortunate to have found this site, it is such a valuable source of knowledge I cannot even...

Hello,My family owns 105 single family rentals with an average rent of roughly $650-$675. The tenants who generally rent from us are working in low-wage industries or collecting SSI disability checks.  My father has c...

Hey BP,In my electronic housing search, I've found a property that seems like the type of deal I'd like to invest in.  Please take a look and let me know if I've missed anything.This property is in the Woodbourne-McCa...

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So - I have a bunch of cash tied up in a property that is under contract. Supposed to close on Friday and the buyer is having marital issues. Might have to go back on the market.

In the interim - I am under contract...

Hi Everyone,I am looking to open a self-directed IRA account(checkbook facility) and would love to get some candid feedback on who are some of the good custodians out there, that are flexible and have reasonable fees....

Hello everyone, this is my first post to BP, after reading about 5 hours a day for the past few weeks on every article/blog/webinar/forum post I can.

My immediate concern and reason for this post is: Should I...