If you're a 5% owner for only part of the tax year, then only the services performed during that period count toward qualifying.Also, it's important to note that the Tax Court has held that merely being on calls doesn't meet the 750-hour requirement.

Since you are from WA, I am wondering if you know how that market perform. 

If you already own shopping centers and apartments, have highlights of your performance.  

Proof of Services.Be prepared to provide proof of the services performed and hours worked, especially if the IRS requests this information during an audit.6.

Also, don’t forget to explore platforms like Airbnb and VRBO to see what properties are performing well in your target areas.

I’m currently based in the Houston market, looking to build connections with wholesalers, investors, agents, and others in the industry.A little about me: I’m 25 years old, originally from Corpus Christi, Texas, and I now live in the Memorial area of Houston with my wonderful fiancée and our Maltipoo puppy.

I don't think it will be any "harder" or "easier" changing title/loan into the LLC from a mechanical standpoint, but the lender might be more willing/able if the same people were in the LLC as the original loan.

You will have agreed to cooperate with them when you originally signed.

We have several rentals that we have purchased over the years near the Woodlands/Conroe area that have performed much better for cash flow with the same appreciation %.

If they perform poorly, you are out the rent income or their paycheck, and you have to pay to fix the problem.