You definitely want a legal agreement that's forecloseable, getting as much front money as possible so that you're not just in a lurch with nothing if/when they default, and you should get better interest terms for "being the bank" AND I would qualify the buyer just the same as if they had to go to a bank, because you want to know who your partner is in this deal.

What I am wondering is there a way to structure the ownership of my LLP's to stop having to legally pay taxes in Canada and only in florida .

Commercial zoning would be okay as long as the property is considered LEGAL but non conforming. 

@Mark Thiel This is not legal advice but I think most LLCs are overrated unless you are required to have them for lending like with many DSCR loans.

If you need financial help, ask under the "Finance, Tax, and Legal" forum.

Pay special attention to #4 and #5.An LLC is useful for two things: anonymity and legal protection.

I am not a lawyer and this is not legal advice.

.: I would reply to his threat of going legal with the final punchlist you're requiring to release final payment.

Hey,If "building class designation" is the same as zoning, then this seems like it can definitely be appraised as a two family, with both the legal and actual designation as a two family.Depending where in NYC, that may not help your valuation, as primary residences sometimes sell for more than investment properties, so check that out before challenging the appraisal and definitely before paying for another one.Double check all this with your lender/broker as well.Best of luck!

There are not enough Gen Z-ers to replace them, and that puts pressure on (legal citizens) wages, partially offset by immigration.