She is also a licensed tax preparer. 

I had to change insurance companies, raise the rent and I used a company called Ownwell to help reduce my property tax.

If the Pizza Shop is leased and paying rent, I see no reason to convert. 

Even if your pay is just experience it can be worth it.

And for the split of the deal you will need to split the equity, cashflow, and the tax benefits.

IMO LLC, I have used them for 20 years, I am NOT a tax expert, I would ask your accountant, and NOT get this advice online All the best  

The property taxes and interest rates are just eating away at the cash flow, so I'm pretty much stuck doing flips in that market.Wanted to get your advice and hear your thoughts on where might be a good market for the BRRRR method these days?

Keep exploring and stay persistent—there are opportunities out there that can help you expand your portfolio.Remember to incorporate tax savings into your strategy.

That may not even have had bank accounts growing up paying things in cash and with money orders.

In addition, you’ll have to pay the seller out of their equity as well.