How will this affect myself and my siblin regarding the IRS in terms of gift of equity, etc.I have spoke with a couple lenders that really can't think outside the box, and don't know how to answer these questions.

~Add or take off promotional offers for guests....like book a weeknight for a $10 coffee gift card, etc.Really the options for changing up a listing are endless, but there's a few ideas.

I have a unique situation where an elder lady wants to gift me her house.

If this was us, I would hope that we would have thought to get some gift cards for some local restuarants and dropped them at the hotel for them. 

Or make him a gift of a key ring that would hold some sentimental value to him and then color code each of the 3 keys he needs for entry to the apartment and place on said keyring.

The transfer of property back to your dad via a quitclaim deed can be viewed as a gift from your brother to your dad.

Super helpful if you don’t have a ton saved up.Easier Approval: FHA loans are more forgiving on credit scores and debt-to-income ratios.Gift Money Allowed: You can use gift money for your down payment, which can be a big help.Cons:Mortgage Insurance: You’ll have to pay for mortgage insurance upfront and monthly.

so if i understand correctly, you are trying to use corporate credit as a second loan/gift to yourself to use as the down payment... 

My preference is to go straight through the title company, put that money into renovations, and send the agent a couple hundred dollar gift card to Amazon for their time. 

Do you buy closing gifts for your buyers/sellers?