The best trades are concentrated one's, the bad trades are the one's where you made a predictive stance and it didn't come to fruition, and the worst one's are you were pinned on both too much leverage and lack of liquidity.Lots of people are in the 3rd category.The simple solution is liquidity outside of the equity.

I would like to concentrate in Montgomery, Baltimore, and Frederick Counties. 

It’s most frequently a realtor but we are currently in a JV with our contractor.

Grease is especially nefarious because it floats on the top of the tank and can clear the baffle and make its way into the field lines, which will shorten their life considerably.Best advice if you get a septic system: put up public service announcements in your house and advertisements, and plan on pumping your tank frequently to reduce chances of ruining the field lines.

That should be what you concentrate on, not where they reside.

UHAUL data shows the most common origin states for residents relocating to the Portland Metro are from:  - Washington- California- Arizona- Idaho- Texas- Colorado- Nevada- Utah- Florida- MontanaNew Portland-area residents from within the state are coming most frequently from Salem, Eugene, Bend, Medford and Corvallis. 

We really appreciate what you do—especially here in California where, unfortunately, fires seem to be a frequent occurrence.On your question, I hope when you say your goal is to hit the “million dollar number to live well off,” you’re talking about income and not net worth.

We keep the insanity of this industry away from clients, so you can concentrate on your life. 

Cash flow is critical - however should align with your overall investment goals and strategy..is it a property you intend to utilize personally or an area that you visit frequently?

When an IRA engages in a trade or business on a regular or repeated basis (which frequent flipping becomes) then the IRA is subject to taxation called UBTI meant to level the playing field for tax-paying business and protect them from unfair competition.So, generally an IRA is better suited to truly passive investments like holding rentals, private lending (such as to unrelated flippers), and syndications.