Alissa Anderson
Why now is a great time to buy real estate
23 January 2025 | 0 replies
Investors who get in now can take advantage of this long-term growth while enjoying consistent returns.Bottom line—if you’ve been thinking about investing in real estate, now is the time to make a move.
Grant Shipman
6 Mistakes Every Co-Living Investor Makes... & How to Avoid Them
22 January 2025 | 0 replies
You want the “how” to be complete, reasonable, consistent, and flexible.
Donnisha Jones
New member looking to learn
27 January 2025 | 1 reply
If you consistently analyze properties, recognizing a good deal will be much easier when it shows up.
Anthony Blake
Advice on Next Moves After Buying LTR
21 January 2025 | 2 replies
Picking up flexible part-time jobs to qualify for a mortgage is definitely a smart move, as conventional lenders typically look for consistent W2 income.
Aaron Fischer
Transition to Inspira Financial Trust from Quest Trust Company
21 January 2025 | 3 replies
If you’re considering other custodians, I recommend focusing on those with a strong reputation for consistent customer service, transparent fees, and ease of account management.
Sherylyn Holden
New Short Term Rental Rules in San Antonio, TX
25 January 2025 | 15 replies
If you would like to continue to operate as a short term rental, you will need to submit a new STR application for this property and must go to the Board of Adjustment and be granted a special exception for staff to approve this request for a Type 2 STR Permit.The Board of Adjustment consists of eleven (11) members; you will have to get a concurring vote from nine (9) out of eleven (11) members in order to be granted the special exception.
Treza Edwards
Kiavi Funding Lender
15 January 2025 | 9 replies
Very happy with them overall, but the costs/fees can be higher than others (but he said the funding was very competitive/consistent).
Yolanda Mestas
anyone have experience with 212 Loans in Texas
22 January 2025 | 14 replies
212 Loans has consistently adapted and improved over the years.
Isaac Hanai
Exploring Section 8 Multi-Family Investments in St. Louis, MO – Advice Needed
23 January 2025 | 8 replies
@Isaac Hanai make sure you FULLY understand the negatives of S8 programs, not just the mirage of consistent government rent payments.
Bruce D. Kowal
What REALLY Triggers IRS Attention in Real Estate Partnerships - From An Onlooker
28 January 2025 | 2 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?