Family investing structure question

[Brian Orr]

Ok guys I need a little help finalizing this... I've gone in depth into the syndication and fund options and neither of these really apply (I think). This is my first attempt at organizing investors to fund a deal, but as the need for outside investors dropped out of the picture, it basically became a family partnership where I'm going to do all the work.

What I've finally landed on is 4 individual investors - Me, mom, stepdad, aunt. We've decided on a partnership with me (or my company preferably) being the managing partner. We all decided to write in equity to to my company for the management because a fee, or salary doesn't work.

The question is, should I personally even invest as myself ... or do I use operating capital from my company to be my investing arm and my company becomes a capital contributing partner? I'm confused as to which way actually makes the deal work out smoother. Is there a tax benefit to either choice? Any other considerations?

Thanks as always for all your feedback