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Joe Hermanson I'm considering a Self-Directed IRA for Real Estate Investment
8 April 2019 | 4 replies

I'm considering to start a self directed IRA to invest in Real Estate and I'm wondering if it's worth it?  I'm curious if anyone out there has used them and has an opinion on whether or not it's worth the effort.  Als...

Brad Gibson Cashing Out Teacher Retirement -- Jump or Stay Safe?
21 October 2016 | 9 replies

I'm a new brand new Real Estate Investor.  I did my very first deal this past month.  Bought a SFR (4-2) with a tenant already installed and approximately $450 free cash flow before repairs and Capex.  I'm banking all...

Ezra Nugroho Best Investment Vehicle for Self Directed IRA
9 June 2015 | 16 replies

Real Estate is certainly a great vehicle to invest because of the various tax benefits associated with it. However, if you invest with pre-tax money, some of those rules may not apply, for example depreciation tax wri...

Pat Sheldon ROBS
14 February 2015 | 19 replies

ROBS: Rollovers as a Business Setup

Have any of you used this method to tap into 401ks/IRA's to fund a commercial venture?

Would love to hear your thoughts, THNX

Eric Hamilton How to setup,cost,strategies?
22 October 2015 | 9 replies

Hello everyone wanted to ask a few questions in regards to setting up a SDIRA. I have a 401k with one of my employers not much money in it only like 2 years old. I wanted to setup a SDIRA when I do my first investment...

Curtis Chism Using IRA First Time Home Purchase Withdrawal for Remodel Work
1 August 2019 | 9 replies

I have an opportunity to purchase a house that just needs some flooring, paint, and appliances to finish it up. It’s been more than 2 years since I owned a home. I may pull some money from IRA using the first time hom...

Pete Torrez Self directed: active or passive management of rentals
26 June 2018 | 2 replies

Hi all, although not new to investing (over 200+ properties since 2000) I am new to self directed retirement plan investing.  It is my understanding when investing in rental properties, both long term and vacation ren...

Madeline J. To use a (self directed?) 403b to shelter money for real estate?
9 September 2017 | 3 replies

What is the best way to shelter money from taxes and saving for future real estate investments? My employer offers a 403b with no match and I'm not sure I should take use it if that's my goal two years from now, or if...

Chris C. Lawsuits and Self-Directed Retirement Acccounted
8 August 2020 | 3 replies

If one has an self-directed IRA or 401K, how do you go about insurance and lawsuits? For example, after regular home-owners insurance, could you be sued for the balance in your retirement account?  Would you need to ...

John Smith Down (3.5% v. 10%) PMI, Liquidity, Gains, Taxes, Projections
27 November 2017 | 11 replies

Have been reading forums & listening to podcast for over a year. Focused on cash flow & so on multi-families in part because of Bigger Pockets. Bought our 1st property last spring ($94,000 3-unit, using conven...