Allan Yeung
Zoning Conversion (Zoning Code G to Commercial )
6 January 2025 | 3 replies
See what is possible thru Special Use or Variance permits.4.
Jacob Havlovick
Duplex House Hack
22 January 2025 | 8 replies
@Jacob HavlovickBigger Pockets is a great place to find a real estate tax accountant.A good real estate accountant can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.
Katie Hendrickson
Seeking Advice: Selling and Financing a Geodesic Dome in Eureka Springs
12 January 2025 | 1 reply
Specifically:Financing: Do you know of lenders who specialize in unconventional properties like geodomes?
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?
Kimberlie P.
I Just opened my own STR Property Management Company!
29 January 2025 | 10 replies
If you're already stretched thin and expecting to hit 15-20 properties by year-end, hiring by summer makes sense, specially if revenue can support it.
Andria Kobylinski
Boutique Hotel Investing - Financing
21 January 2025 | 15 replies
There should be some financial advisors or real estate attorneys on here around your area who specializes in hospitality ventures and might provide valuable insights tailored to your situation.
Michael Shean
Rookie in Sacramento, CA looking to get started in 2025
20 January 2025 | 8 replies
I specialize in STR & Co-living concepts, which I recommend for the highest rental income potential!
Alexander Roussakov
Financing for non-us citizens / overseas investors
13 January 2025 | 5 replies
Hey Alex,We specialize in working with foreign nationals and offer loan programs that don’t require US citizenship.
Jonathan Snider
LLPAs for Vacation Home Loans
28 January 2025 | 8 replies
We have an investor running a special next month on 10% down second homes where the cost is 3-4 points cheaper than it would be, on a normal Fannie/Freddie loan.
Edward James smith
Still fairly new to investing
17 January 2025 | 8 replies
Build relationships with local agents, property managers, and contractors who specialize in investment properties.