I sometimes feel like I'm on an island and would love to form a small group of "co-workers" who would enjoy the occasional get together / coffee / brainstorming so we can help each other move to the next level.

For my S-corp, I just used an online place such as form-a-corp or legalzoom to make sure the paperwork was done properly, I advise you to do the same and consult a CPA or attorney.Reading articles like this, make it sound like there isn't much difference to me:http://www.bizfilings.com/toolkit/news/tax-info/ll...

I'd say - don't just take their pro forma at face value, make sure you run your own numbers!

I would encourage you to form a relationship with a landlord attorney in Texas who can assist you with needed forms, agreements, advice, etc.

Do you form a LLC or LLP with them?

Most attorneys can quickly form a single member LLC for under $1,000 including the fees.

@Gabriel Pietryka If I were you I would find a developer that has already completed an office to condo conversion, and form a partnership.

Depends on the type of syndication, but to name a few:Private placement memorandumOperating agreementsSubscription agreementsAccredited investor qualification formAs others have said, reach out to a local securities attorney

Again, others might feel differently here.3) property level due diligence: (takes seconds to weeks per deal): here is where I drill in with the low-level details.a) pro forma popping: I examine all the assumptions, and see if they are overoptimistic or not.

Many of the new construction properties have comprehensive warranties for the first 1-2 years where you will have no maintenance, but we are still factoring it into the pro forma.