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Chungying Chu How to get an umbrella policy as non-resident
20 January 2025 | 9 replies
My current insurance agent only deal with residential insurance companies.
Bruce D. Kowal What REALLY Triggers IRS Attention in Real Estate Partnerships - From An Onlooker
29 January 2025 | 6 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?
Kobe Carr DFW Area. Looking for mentor!
19 January 2025 | 8 replies
If you don't already have an investor friendly agent in this area go to the top of the page and click on AGENTS and go from there.. or maybe chat with someone here in this area of Fort Worth. 
Dillon O. Off Market Buyer/Seller Agent Commission -
3 January 2025 | 3 replies
With the new commission rules you can stay flexible with an offer of buyer agent commission, rather than having to commit to a certain percentage going to the buyer agent upfront. 
Sino U. Would love to connect with local RE agent in San Antonio
5 January 2025 | 8 replies
Would love to connect with local RE agents and have an idea of the market situation in SA.
Torrean Edwards Stepping out on faith, but looking for support/advice
12 February 2025 | 20 replies
Finding the right GC, broker/real estate agent, and property manager is key in most deals. 
Mayer M. Real Estate Professional Status/Time Tracking
18 February 2025 | 95 replies
Would either of you be willing to explain cost segregation and benefits of using it as an agent?
Katie Southard Selling Rental before Cap Gains Timeline
8 January 2025 | 10 replies
If you paid under $230k, you’d save $30k in federal capital gains taxes and maybe another $15k or more in state income taxes.
Patricia Kelley Tri-Plex Investment Question
17 January 2025 | 2 replies
Speaking with the seller's agent, all the tenants are current on rents and pay rents on time.
Suzy Farman How do you market your rental property insurance companies directly for temporary?
21 January 2025 | 1 reply
Listing your property there ensures visibility.Build Relationships: When agents reach out, respond quickly, highlight your property’s amenities, and showcase your flexibility to meet displaced families’ needs.Highlight Insurance-Friendly Features: Emphasize features like flexible lease terms, utilities included, and a fully furnished setup to attract insurance placements.This approach has helped me successfully market to insurance companies.