We intend to gift our share to them when we pass away.I understand the 1031 exchange and TIC is a common practice as far as IRS is concerned.

I'm not sure what you mean by "gift of equity" @Jeremiah Hatcher.

If you use private money there may be the option of a gift of equity for the down payment but most institutional and hard money lenders will not use a gift of equity.

Haha - this thread is a gift that keeps on giving...great for a Sunday.  

And how much wealth did you inherit or how many gifts did you receive to get your business going?

. $200-500k contribution limit per account which can help you and relatives with estate planing via gifting, particularly via front loading the gift. 

If they cooperate even a month without a complaint, send them a quick thank you card and gift card telling them you appreciate them working with you!

I've seen a few posts around from landlords wondering if they should get their tenants a holiday gift and, if so, what to get.After walking around the dollar store earlier this week, I thought it would be much more fun to discuss what you should NOT get your tenants as a gift.

I want to give her a gift beyond her commission. 

I got him a gift card for a nice restaurant.