If not, reread the second sentence in my original post: "Mike Zuber has an excellent story on how this is possible and probably an excellent way for the any new investor to develop their wealth"I'm unclear to why the issues with the ORAAT group exist.

Specifically, what is your advanced payment structure and refund policy when taking bookings 6-9 months out or further...and also how do you encourage Direct Bookings?

This all comes down to how you're structured, how the flip cost were accounted for, if there is a partner (you mentioned "we").If it is an S Corporation and you "distribute" or "sell" the property to yourself, if there is any loss on value, which probably there isn't, know it most likely won't be deductible if it's a related party transaction.  

I'm looking for suggestions on how I might fairly structure a deal and still keep the current mortgage I have, at 3%.

Google is your friend.The FEMA 50% Rule is a little-known rule that limits rehab budgets on homes in a flood zone to only 50% of the value of the STRUCTURE.

It sounds like you have a solid plan to structure your real estate business for asset protection and tax efficiency.

I'm exploring the idea of investing in a short-term rental (STR) property abroad and have a few questions regarding how to structure it for tax efficiency.

You can something in one sentence like "rent the property out", but you could make an entire career out of learning to do just that one step.

I am looking for any tips on how to structure my LLC as well as the best cities for Ohio.

Greetings,I am partnering with a landowner to develop their land. The plan is to build a few houses a year, some rentals, some to sell. I am not a builder but will work with one. The landowner simply wants to get lots...