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Simon Girmay Canadian Looking to Invest in US Real Estate
14 February 2025 | 9 replies
Does anyone have any experience as a foreigner investing in the US, or can anyone connect me with someone.
Rohit Dhing Seeking Guidance on Sewer Backup Issue – McAllen, TX Rental Property
4 February 2025 | 6 replies
Once fixed, the plumber confirmed everything was working 100%.Fast forward 3–4 days, and now multiple units are reporting toilet backups.
Jason Matthews Why CIPS Matters: How This Designation Opens Doors to Global Real Estate Deals
10 February 2025 | 0 replies
Whether you're an investor looking for opportunities abroad, an agent working with international clients, or a developer seeking foreign buyers, having the right network and knowledge is essential. 
Bob Judge Connecting with Canadian Investors Buying Properties in USA
8 February 2025 | 9 replies
I'm interested in understanding how the LP structure works for foreign investors.
Andrew McArthur Canadian Looking at South Carolina Multifamily
15 February 2025 | 5 replies
@Andrew McArthurWe have partners who are foreign investors.
Dwight Henning LLC Set Up for out of state property
12 February 2025 | 4 replies
If the LLC owns a property in a different state, most of the time, the other state will require you register your LLC as a foreign LLC. 
Greg Reese What state is the best to open an LLC for real estate investment
2 February 2025 | 13 replies
Originally posted by @Eddie Torres:@Natalie Kolodij Standard or foreign LLCs in California still cost $800 annually unfortunately.  
Robert Gibbs Out of state wholesaling
6 February 2025 | 5 replies
I asked Pace Morby and Jamil Damji this question and legally, yes you have to operate as a foreign entity in every state you're doing business in.
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?
Chris Shon Do I need a Real Estate Tax Accountant?
28 January 2025 | 20 replies
You are now a foreign entity doing business in CA since YOU run the business from there so Cali wants their $800 either way.So whether you need a REI tax pro is all open to interpretation.