Real estate has the 1031 exchange gift and the many write offs that makes it preferable for many people.

Hey everyone, I’m reaching out to see what everyone’s thoughts are on gifting a property.

Most allow gifted funds for the down payment as well as seller concessions of 2%. 

Whether you’re targeting families, couples, or business travelers, aligning your listing with your ideal guest will set you up for success.Lastly, consider offering a small gift or token of appreciation to your first few guests.

But what do you call an interest free loan that you never have to pay back ---- A gift!!

Do they thank you for the $18,000 gift?

Also, please do not get "gift funds" from a family member if you plan to repay that gift.

They also make great closing gifts.   

If the LLC is solely owned by you, then this may be considered a gift from your sister to you which could be reportable by her, if your sister is a part of the LLC, then this is probably just a property contribution to a partnership owned by you, her and any other members involved in the LLC. 

At most I would give them a gift certificate to go out to dinner on me..... thats it.