Rental property is one of the most popular investment choices for self-directed IRA and solo 401(k) plan holders.
Owning rental property allows you to put the principal of your retirement savings into a solid asset that provides monthly cash flow as well as the potential for appreciation. Whether you administer the property yourself or hire a property manager, the key to success for your investment is well-managed properties. Since most investors aren’t professional property managers, however, the idea of administering all the aspects of a rental property can be an overwhelming prospect. How should you decide what kind of property to purchase? What markets are the best for rentals? What costs will be involved? We can help answer these common questions.
This section of our blog guides you through the property management side of real estate investing so that you can make the best choices for your investment. Popular blog post topics include tips for maximizing profits and minimizing vacancy rates, how to attract, screen and keep the best tenants, the importance of regular property inspections, and more.
If you’re investing your self-directed retirement plan in rental properties, tenant turnover is a part of the process. Successful investors know how to quickly and efficiently execute the turnover process and maximize profits as a result. The more time a…
Investing in real estate requires working with contractors and tradespeople. Having the best possible contractors on your team is a real key to success. Whether you need to fully rehab a newly acquired property or just have a little work…
Using a professional property manager can be a great way to maintain a rental property portfolio in your self-directed IRA or 401(k) plan. Staying hands-off is critical for IRA investors, considering the IRS rules against self-dealing that prohibit sweat equity.…
A vacant property doesn’t generate income. This rather obvious point is a key and often overlooked piece of any successful rental strategy for your self-directed IRA or Solo 401(k) plan. Whether you’ve just acquired a new property and are looking for…
There are many factors that can impact the profitability of a rental property owned by your self-directed IRA or Solo 401(k). While location, amenities, purchase price and prevailing rents are all important, a huge impact on your property’s bottom line…
If you are using your IRA or Solo 401(k) to invest in rental properties, you will appreciate the benefits of the smartphone app Centriq. This free program allows you to easily track various components and documents associated with a property…
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In our previous blog, 4 Rental Property Expenses to Expect, we talked about what kind of expenses to expect when you invest in a rental property with your self-directed IRA or Solo 401(k). Making thorough calculations before you decide to…
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When your Self Directed IRA or Solo 401(k) owns rental property, regular property inspections are a critical piece of ensuring your investment’s long term success. Inspections help you keep tabs on the condition of the property over time, how a particular tenant…
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Rental property and private mortgages are some of the most popular investments for Self-Directed IRA and Solo 401(k) plans. As we speak with several hundreds of investors each month and participate in online investor forums, we are frequently asked which…
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Rental property can be an excellent investment option for your self-directed IRA or Solo 401(k) plan since real estate is a solid asset not subject to the whims of the news cycle, and it can produce consistent year-over-year returns for…
