My tax professional is stating that I would need an appraisal to show the lot/structure are valued at $400k if I try to claim $200k as a donation.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

That said, I do this with a a few investors on rentals since I'm a Realtor and Property Manager where I am boots on the ground for purchase, rehab and lease-up, however we had a strong professional experience/life together before partnering.Lending will also be a consideration as most lenders are hesitant to lend to non-citizens given the foreclosure challenges it can pose.

That would probably require a professional. 

Timing and location critical Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Would have done better if not slowed down by COVID in 2020 Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I was advised today by a retired real estate professional, who is licensed, that if you offer an application to someone for a loan, you must be licenesed by the DRE.

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Several questions that will allow financial professionals/planners to help you make an informed decision include: what are you paying in rent?