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Allison Cutlip Help finding best software for tenants rent and lease
2 February 2025 | 6 replies
We need to find a good app/website for them to send rent as well, preferably one that has many things built into it, making it more simple to manage things in one place.
Dwight Henning LLC Set Up for out of state property
12 February 2025 | 4 replies
This is my personal opinion, which probably won't be popular.If you are worried about the cost of hiring an attorney to create a proper operating agreement for your LLC, you probably don't need an LLC, and if you choose to use an online site to create an LLC, you probably get the protection you paid for.
Jessica Young HOA votes to bylaws change bans smoking but a renters' lease
3 February 2025 | 6 replies
FL seems to have reigned in HOAs recently, so who knows what they are allowed to do.I know that in CA, an HOA can ban smoking in units because smoking is not a protected class and the HOA has an interest in the safety & health of the building. 
Michael Labudzki Seller, finance deal
13 February 2025 | 2 replies
Work with an attorney to ensure that your interests are protected, and that the agreement aligns with your long-term goals.
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?
Christina Henderson First time homebuyer / first time investor
17 February 2025 | 7 replies
A great agent will help walk you through the process from start to finish and the home inspector is there to protect you in regards to the condition of the home.
Brendan M Hornung Sub-To Tax Advice Needed
4 February 2025 | 9 replies
Well done.My 1st comment is outside of my area of expertise.
Kwanza P. Non recourse loans
1 February 2025 | 2 replies
@Kwanza P.Here you can learn more about non-recourse loans:https://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/2810/46115-real-e...Here is a list of lenders offering non-recourse financing to Solo 401k:https://www.biggerpockets.com/member-blogs/2810/50272-list-o...You protect your property by purchasing insurance. 
Kyle Hess What tools would you bring with you when touring a potential flip?
31 January 2025 | 5 replies
FlashlightTape measure/Laser measurePaper/Pen/iPadBinocularsReceptacle testerLevelMarbleDroneRespirator/Face Mask/Eye Protection/GlovesAQI testerWater pressure gaugeThermal cameraEndoscope cameraKnifeI bought over 20 houses in my lifetime and I’ve never taken more than a flashlight. 
Josh Dickson How to reduce the maximum amount of income tax for a wealthy individual.
11 February 2025 | 12 replies
Well, you came to the right place to ask that.