Need to try though.For the future, to not repeat your mistake, read this post:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/1167632-expla...

I, too, shifted from working with adolescents and young adults to getting into Real Estate... in hindsight, that past experience has helped me in this field, and I believe it will help you as well.2 things I recommend for new BP members in your position:- Use the search feature to find people and topics of interest.

Finally, your hunch is correct: when the syndication cycle closes, your past "free lunches" will have to be paid for, aka recapture.Here're some relevant posts from your favorite site:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/839015-are-sy...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51-tax-legal-issues-con...https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-professional-...  

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I am interested in the topic when applied to smart contracts.

I wouldnt do a quitclaim deed but Im not an expert on the topic - I believe its best to go with an attorney or a title company.

I know this is a nuanced topic and it is probably market dependent but I can't find any pictures of rentals' basements on listing sites.Any insight is welcome.

Again, the BiggerPockets store has some books on this topic, or you can learn about it by watching podcasts, reading blogs, and interacting on the forum.

Quote from @Pat Arneson: Quote from @Mitch Messer:Quote from @Pat Arneson:I've read a few old posts regarding this topic and have those documents in order, but I still have the following questions regarding a private loan (from family) --Loan Documents for Purchase -1.

I have posted about it previously:https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/831924-beware...https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/51/topics/1191846-cauti...Here is one more example, this time from a presentation made to CPAs by a prominent cost segregation company.