Bruce D. Kowal
What REALLY Triggers IRS Attention in Real Estate Partnerships - From An Onlooker
29 January 2025 | 6 replies
Syndication Reporting IssuesMissing Form 8918 for reportable transactionsInconsistent investor disclosuresRequired registrations skippedWhat Doesn't Actually Matter:(Despite What Your Uncle's CPA Says)Special AllocationsNormal promote structuresStandard waterfall provisionsTypical developer promotesReality: Unless extremely aggressive, IRS rarely caresTechnical DocumentationMinor Ā§704(b) gapsCapital account glitchesTechnical allocation languageTruth: Unless hiding something biggerProperty Value AllocationsNormal basis step-upsTypical appreciation splitsStandard promote calculationsReal World Example:š¢ 100-unit apartment complex4 partners, $5M dealDeveloper promote structure= Zero IRS interestSame Deal With Red Flags:š¢ 100-unit apartment complexHidden partner arrangementsArtificial loss allocationsUnreported debt shifts= IRS AttentionPractical Protection Steps:Basic Documentationā
Clean operating agreementā
Economic substanceā
Partner contributions tracked(Don't need War & Peace complexity)Economic Realityā
Allocations match economicsā
Real money movementā
Actual partner participationClean Reportingā
Consistent K-1sā
Required forms filedā
Clear communicationThe "Sleep Well" Test:Can you explain your structure to an IRS agent without sweating?
Dayana GarcĆa
Where to invest using BRRRR Strategy
7 February 2025 | 7 replies
I run into properties with 300-400% ROI on a regular basis.Ā Ā
Josh Abbey
I'm a licensed architect just starting in real estate investment
7 February 2025 | 9 replies
He regularly analyzes the data and lists the Top Ten areas to invest in.Ā
Alec Jacobs
What bank account should I use for my rental property?
29 January 2025 | 4 replies
Keeping clean records from day one really helps when tax season rolls around.
Samuel Coronado
How to Buy a $2.9 million MHP
1 February 2025 | 3 replies
I've personally driven this neighborhood and was amazed at how nice and clean it is.
Pilla John
Curious Question for Fellow Owners!
19 January 2025 | 1 reply
Out of curiosity, who are you trusting for your turnovers and cleanings?
Aj Green
Lowest Rate Ohio Mortgage Currently (Investment)
21 January 2025 | 11 replies
Need so much more info to actually be able to shop ratesĀ Ā :)Ā Ā No points, 110k, SFR, regular purchase financing, the house is worth around 140k.
Jason Burkart
Gift money for family or buy a rental for family?
27 January 2025 | 9 replies
If you're looking to treat this as a regular rental, then charging undermarket rent throws a monkey wrench in that.Ā
Eric Lopez
Estimating Operating Expenses
6 February 2025 | 8 replies
Conducting a thorough property inspection or consulting a contractor can help identify potential large-ticket items you might need to replace soon.For make-ready costs, you can look at local averages for common turnover tasks like repainting, carpet cleaning, or minor repairs.
Sean Regan
What repairs can you leave until after listing but before showing?
6 February 2025 | 4 replies
Things like touch-up paint, minor trim fixes, and final deep cleaning can often be done while showing the property.