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John Burtle Building my first spec home!
31 January 2025 | 29 replies
A new build needs to perform better than that to make it worth your time, all the risks and capital concentration.thanks for the advice everyone and would be happy to connect with you: @Bryant Brislin @Dave Wells @Leilah Davis @Joshua Stewart I have been building 15 to 20 spec houses a year now for 7 or 8 years..Just curious, generally from start to finish, from closing on buying the land to collecting a check after building the house and after escrow, how long is the process taking you? 
Cosmo DePinto Best places to invest in Georgia
27 January 2025 | 2 replies
For reference, we're heavily involved in the co-living space, which is an unorthodox strategy but can perform exceptionally well with the right property and systems in place.
Robby Sanchez Communication within the GP team
24 January 2025 | 2 replies
As GPs, we owe it to our partners and stakeholders to keep communication clear, honest, and consistent.
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?
Pradeep Varghese Using Fund and Grow along with Plastiq for paying down payment
16 February 2025 | 27 replies
For those looking to use the Plastiq + Credit Lines for a down payment/closing costs you need to consider the following:Most banks will normally require seasoning of funds so if you use Plastiq to perform a wire transfer to your bank account (or that of the Title company) it may throw up red flags.
Darlene S. Avantstay pros cons for an owner? Short Term Rental
24 January 2025 | 36 replies
They have a brand they're trying to keep consistent over the entire portfolio.
Ilina Shrestha First time investor- lost & confused
28 January 2025 | 6 replies
Yes, Oklahoma is a great market to consider, especially for multifamily properties:Affordability: Oklahoma City (OKC) and Tulsa have duplexes and small apartment buildings within a reasonable price range.Landlord-Friendly Laws: Makes property management less stressful.Stable Cash Flow: Properties in Oklahoma often meet or exceed the 1% rule, providing consistent rental income.Growing Economy: Both cities are seeing population and job growth, boosting demand for rentals.Tips for Getting Started:Do Your Homework: Use tools like BiggerPockets calculators to analyze deals and ensure cash flow.Focus on Neighborhoods: In OKC, check areas like Yukon, Edmond, or Midwest City.
Rabya Khan Does anyone have experience with Dr. Chau Ong Beyond BNB Secrets MTR Rental Course?
3 February 2025 | 15 replies
The risk is far lower, with a better ROI.OR you can consider learning about government contracts and performing lease matching. 
Ashley Wilson Pros and Cons of Joining a Coaching Program
27 January 2025 | 29 replies
A good coach will push you to take action, focus on the action that creates traction, stay consistent, and follow through on your commitments.3.
Nichole Stohler I finally moved to a self-directed IRA and here’s what happened
23 January 2025 | 16 replies
My experience with PPR has been consistent with yours, as well as the search to find them.