They weren't interested in who was wrong or right, they just wanted their money from whoever they could get it from.

. :) It sounds like you are looking for a specific investment opportunity? 

So, the first question they usually ask a PMC is about fees - instead of asking about services and HOW those services are executed.EXAMPLE: PMC states they will handle tenant screening – what does that specifically mean?

In this case, correct, 1031 exchange is not available. 1031 exchange is property for property, and an interest in a partnership normally is not (with a few rare exceptions, so you may want someone knowledgeable to give you a second opinion for your particular situation, which requires reading your inheritance documents.)Whether or not you have any mitigation strategies totally depends on your specific situation and requires a one-on-one. 

While this guidance provides general steps, it’s not legal advice; an attorney will ensure the process aligns with your specific circumstances.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

: Work with an experienced contractor who has done a lot of work similar to the work you're looking to do on that specific project.💡 Noticing any shifts in buyer demand that affect your strategy?

Those properties have very specific details, guidelines, and rules that are different than Indiana and I understand well how it works. 

Does anyone have recommendations for good, reasonably priced countertop installers/fabricators who do work in the north/northwest suburbs of Chicago, specifically around Prospect Heights?

Bloody oath I do mate.It's never their fault and always yours (Ours).They rarely take any responsibility and cry victim.It's crazy to think but it's like many intentionally look for drama and deep down inside don't want success but rather problems.Someone to dislike and blame and to feel wronged by.All other personal and "at home" issues can now be blamed on this one unfortunate scenario.This "drama" per se is like food for the hungry and they need such drama in life to "survive".My apologies if my above comments sound weird as they are more so from a philosophical standpoint and just some thoughts that I have considered after 5,000+ investor intro calls and as you have mentioned, others feeling wronged by me or my company on many occasions.What a $#@% way to live IMO but I don't judge and sleep in peace.Again, I have been "wronged" by many but consider it my own fault.I also don't call them out publicly or post bad reviews, etc... 

If your brother is looking to invest in real estate largely from a tax reduction standpoint they should pay a qualified real estate tax strategist to review their specific situation and what may or may not work for them.