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Caleb Mesquita New to Real Estate/Looking to learn
16 January 2025 | 5 replies
You can hear real-world examples of how others have built their investment portfolio and (hopefully) learn to avoid their mistakes.4.
Carlos Rodriguez New to US market
11 January 2025 | 9 replies
I specialize in working with Canadians that own property down here (I live in Palm Springs, we might be the snowbird capital of the world?).
Mike Beer Has anyone tried the RaiseMasters program by Hunter Thompson
14 January 2025 | 39 replies
I've been trying to add as much value as I can to the Raisemaster community as I navigate into the world of capital raising.  
Akintunde Aboaba Seeking Advice on Starting Real Estate Investment in 2025
22 January 2025 | 3 replies
I don't recommend jumping into this world if you have no experience in the industry.4.
Benjamin Jones Is anyone investing in Japan?
25 January 2025 | 24 replies
It’s getting close to other major metros in the rest of the world where it’s getting difficult for the locals to buy a home.
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 §704(b) gapsCapital account glitchesTechnical allocation languageTruth: Unless hiding something biggerProperty Value AllocationsNormal basis step-upsTypical appreciation splitsStandard promote calculationsReal World Example:🏢 100-unit apartment complex4 partners, $5M dealDeveloper promote structure= Zero IRS interestSame Deal With Red Flags:🏢 100-unit apartment complexHidden partner arrangementsArtificial loss allocationsUnreported debt shifts= IRS AttentionPractical Protection Steps:Basic Documentation✅ Clean operating agreement✅ Economic substance✅ Partner contributions tracked(Don't need War & Peace complexity)Economic Reality✅ Allocations match economics✅ Real money movement✅ Actual partner participationClean Reporting✅ Consistent K-1s✅ Required forms filed✅ Clear communicationThe "Sleep Well" Test:Can you explain your structure to an IRS agent without sweating?
Rosmery Then Seeking Advice and Contractor Recommendations for a Fort Lauderdale Multifamily Conve
23 January 2025 | 8 replies
It would never be someones first foray into the financing world.
Shane Smith Opinions on franchises
25 January 2025 | 8 replies
Hello All,I am new to the REI world and have applied to be a franchisee for a house flipping company.
Christopher Jennings Hello from a new member from Gilbert/Phoenix and the surrounding cities
28 January 2025 | 8 replies
I got my license as an agent and have done a lot to learn as much as possible about the market I'm in and the real estate world in general.I am working with one investor currently, building a plan to start spec building in the new year, with a few other ideas as well.I'm excited to meet like minded people on this forum!
Michael Florkowski Union Carpenter getting started in the world of real estate!
27 December 2024 | 8 replies

I have been a Union carpenter for four years now and enjoy working physical labor. I would like to put my money to work instead of shoveling my money into the bank (mortgage) or to a landlord (renting). I currently am...