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Cami Scott Real Estate Investing for Wealth Accumulation
23 January 2025 | 4 replies
I am here to create a business strategy that protects personal and business investments and mitigates risk,  procure a coach or mentor, and set up tax strategies to create long-term wealth for myself and my family. 
Anthony Poulin Starting a Long Term REI Business Starts Today! Lets go!!
22 January 2025 | 8 replies
If this seems like an avenue you're interested in there's a PassivePockets conference in Columbus this May, it can be hard to find syndication conferences that is geared toward LPs (the passive investors) aren't actually just a sales funnel for one particular group 3.
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?
Jake Andronico Just met w/ a developer - housing affordability may get much worse.
27 January 2025 | 23 replies
Apparently, local jurisdictions here are saying they want more affordable housing, but in the same sentence will also say that there will be more regulations, more environmental protections, and more hoops to jump through to develop starter homes. 
Amanda Long DSCR New Mexico Property/ Guarantors??
17 January 2025 | 3 replies
As for the legalities of setting up an LLC to protect you and your partners, I would consult with an attorney for best judgement. 
Jason Lopez Do I need an LLC for my rentals?
23 January 2025 | 8 replies
Forming an LLC for your rental property can offer liability protection, but no real tax benefit.
Kyle Hess What tools would you bring with you when touring a potential flip?
29 January 2025 | 0 replies
FlashlightTape measure/Laser measurePaper/Pen/iPadBinocularsReceptacle testerLevelMarbleDroneRespirator/Face Mask/Eye Protection/GlovesAQI testerWater pressure gaugeThermal cameraEndoscope cameraKnife
Nathan Gesner Have you ever used your umbrella insurance policy?
15 January 2025 | 11 replies
I have looked for examples of landlords that were protected by their LLC and always come up empty handed.
Sanjai Dayal Own commercial building, I use 2 of 7 offices for medical business- pay myself?
29 January 2025 | 4 replies
This establishes the legitimacy of the arrangement and protects against audit risks.
Marc Shin Should I get extra insurance outside of Aircover?
13 January 2025 | 16 replies
It adds extra protection for your assets.