Lisa Oliver
Best advice for finding plumbers, handymen
21 January 2025 | 10 replies
Here's an example: https://www.schlage.com/en/home/products/JDE265SUTFFFSTR.htm...
Zach McKay
New Investor in New Haven, CT looking to Connect & Learn from Others
9 January 2025 | 9 replies
I'm a investor, flipper and property management company owner who specializes in central CT.
Miguel Del Mazo
Sale on new Furnished finder listing
10 January 2025 | 6 replies
This could be your last opportunity to join at this special rate—don’t miss out and kick off 2025 the right way!
Joshua Manier
HELOC for 2 unit investment property in Chicago, IL
15 January 2025 | 8 replies
Also, consider lenders that specialize in investment property financing, like LendingOne or Kiavi.
Emily Shin
New in real estate
29 January 2025 | 22 replies
You'll have access to owner occupied loan products, therefore saving on your down payment, typically 3-5% compared to 20-25% for non owner occupied properties.
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?
Nora Douglas
Looking to develop a short term rental Corporate/wellness retreat
12 January 2025 | 1 reply
Also, any referrals to realtors who specialize in this sort of strategy would be appreciated.
Gene Kim
Looking for flip opportunities in NJ
7 January 2025 | 4 replies
If anyone has listings or is a realtor that specializes in these types of properties, please reach out!
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.
Peter Neill
From PPR Note Co. to GSP REI: Finding My Freedom Raising Capital
27 January 2025 | 6 replies
Buying Government ProductDuring our time getting to know one another, Ron told me he had been buying government product from a guy I had known PPR was purchasing government product with, Wade Carroll.