b'14. Passively Investing in a SyndicationWHERE CAN YOU MEET SYNDICATORS? Become a member of your local investment clubs and attend their meet-ings on a regular basis, and attend the informational seminars offered by your self-directed IRA administrator. Check out crowdfunding portals and platforms for investing opportunities. Make sure you are qualified for the investments offered. If you are unsure, talk to the issuers or platform operators.PRECAUTIONSInvesting in a syndication incurs an obligation on the investor to con-duct his or her own due diligence about the issuer and the investment opportunity. Failure to do so can have dire effects. You should not invest money you cant afford to lose. You should never invest in a syndicate if you are depending on the returns as a steady source of income to pay your bills. Investing is not without risks. Markets are subject to periodic up and down cycles, where investors can win or lose big. Get to know the issuers before investing. Ask for references and talk to previous investors, and look closely at the investment opportunity and the offering documents. If you dont understand what you will be getting in return for your hard-earned dollars, seek another opportunity. There are plenty out there now that you know where to look.155'