There are definitely private lenders active in that market, and that could be a good path to explore.

We are much more likely to cause a "nuclear verdict" in our daily driver than an investment property (especially an actively managed property). 

Jackson is street specific  U dont have to give the exact address just post the streets and I can give you feedback.I was the largest flix and flip private lender in Jackson for years and owned over 200 SFRs there as well. 

Start with private or hard money for the buy and rehab stage.

With self directing somebody can make a traditional contribution (get the tax deduction), invest in a non-public asset like a private loan or real estate syndication, then convert the asset from traditional to Roth with a discounted valuation.

Yes there are some states that do not require a license to originate private money, but you are safer working with one that does have a license. 

I figure instead of a private loan, 70% sounded pretty appealing. 

They will pay cash or use private $ to acquire and renovate.

How do you find/connect with private money individuals?

There is NO lender, NO private investors, it's all FRAUD!