Hi everyone, I'm an aspiring investor, living in San Francisco (arguably the most expensive real estate market in the US). Since moving here in 2011, I've seen the rent go from expensive to absolutely ridiculous. Prof...

I have been reading @Scott Trench book Set for Life and a question occurred to me while reading that I am hoping to get some insight to.  It says that the first priority after paying off all bad debt is to accumulate ...

I know all you youngsters think you won't get older but it happens. So what you say.For those of you that are socking money away in tax deferred accounts planning on taking it out in old age. If you have a lot and you...

A few years ago, we purchased a 5 acre piece of land that already has a foundation and septic, hoping to eventually obtain a construction loan and build a home. The property has a pretty low interest rate with a 15 ye...

Looking for your thoughts- I have both a Roth and Traditional IRA. I’m considering rolling them into a self directed IRA or solo 401k but hate the thought of a custodian. I’m also considering just pulling it all out a...

*** Disclaimer: I am not an accountant, lawyer, or financial advisor! You should consult with a qualified professional before acting on any of the opinions shared in this post!!! ***Self directed IRAs have become ver...

Hi, I'm hearing a lot of mixed messages about buying real estate in a self directed IRA. I've mostly heard that it's a good strategy but lately I'm hearing that you lose all tax advantages normally allowed. Can someon...

Hi - I recently started exploring the possibility of using my consolidated retirement funds from other companies to use for RE investing and have read about self directed IRA. Anyone done this ? I am looking for a nic...

Hello everyone,So I lost my job of 19 years so I think now is the time to get things going in a RE business. I want to start out with flipping homes. Not really interested in buy and holds......yet. So I want to roll ...

Hi everyone!
Wanted to introduce myself to the group.  I'm new(ish) to the RE world, as well as the FIRE movement.  (Wish I had thought about retirement and real estate 20 years ago!).  
My wife is 4th generation Mo...