The other is a little more complicated, as the estate was insolvent, so imo, there should be no tax owed, but of course I'm biased.

It sounds like you are over complicating it with the assignment.

These notices  cite the specific law (statute/case law) to help stop unnecessary back and forth.  

I am curious if I am understanding the only way a tenant in Texas has a right to withhold rent is if there is an amicable agreement between tenant and landlord or if the landlord fails to remedy a problem with the house that impacts the the safety and health of the tenants.I am trying to keep things simple and not complicated on this question. :)

If you combine them into a commercial property, the lending rules change and financing becomes more complicated and more expensive.3) the economies of scale are the same for 3 duplexes or a 6-unit parcel.4) insurance is likely less expensive on 3 duplexes5) a valuation based on NOI may or may not be greater than 3 residential buildings.

I was just wondering if there was some complicated mathematical formula I should be using to figure out my ROI.

(More complicated with the partnership.)You're hoping to not "make the same mistake" - but there was no mistake.The only mistake could be filing a separate partnership return, something to look into.If, on the other hand, your CPA does not give you what you need - like explanations and tax planning, for example - then it may be worth looking elsewhere.

Hi James,If you decide not to go the new construction route then the deal becomes a lot more complicated then just signing people in at the builder's sales office.  

That is really a complicated question.

It’s just complicated due to what I stated above.