Core values and faith-based messaging can be powerful, but they often get co-opted as a marketing tool to build trust.To tie it all together, many of these programs introduce a group or community.

Be careful when you select entity types.A pass-through entity in the United States, such as an LLC, may not hold the same characteristics in Canada.What market are you looking to invest in?

Market Fluctuations – What if appreciation stalls, or rates rise, impacting your refi strategy?

In my market the valuation with f/f non commercial financing is typically lower than the hands off cost of adding the ADU.  

Cincy and Dayton are great markets.

If you can get in before a property hits the market, you can often negotiate a great win-win deal for everyone. 

Here is Chatgpt:Yes, you can generally get a tax deduction for donating real property, like a house, to a 501(c)(3) organization, but there are a few important details to consider:Fair Market Value (FMV): For tax purposes, the deduction is based on the fair market value of the property at the time of donation.

Hi Noy, Pittsburgh is a strong market for investors.

There are several myths that we have to debunk before someone truly believes they can do it.You need millions of dollars to do a dealThat it’s too complicated to figure outThat permitting takes yearsIn those communities developments cost way less (think a couple hundred thousand along with a loan from a regional bank), permitting is not difficult (much less red tape), and the towns are small enough that both the city staff and the local architects and engineers and contractors all work with you to help you navigate the process since you’re all invested in making your community better.Note: The big boys can play in the primary & secondary markets.

However, if your father inherits and later transfers the home, it should qualify for a step-up in basis to fair market value, reducing future tax liability.If the goal is to tap into equity, having the trust take out a HELOC may be a better option, avoiding California Prop 19 reassessment, which could raise property taxes significantly.