I recently wrote a blog post on my website that covers the proposed changes in the new Tax Bill and how they could affect homeowners in Texas.I know we haven't been introduced to the final version yet , but I'm curious if any of you have looked into how the new bill might affect you and the people in your circle...

The proposed NEW tax plan, as I understand it, changes the residency requirement to live in the property for 5 of the last 8 years.

Don't formally convert to a duplex but see if there is in-law unit or accessory dwelling unit legislation that is often less stringent.

And in the 1930s during the Great Depression, there were little environmental concerns or legislation. 

I didn't realize that was proposed but I see it now will probably be signed into law.

Here's a decent article about what you are proposing - https://www.washingtonpost.com/realestate/a-little-lie-on-mortgage-application-can-cost-you-big/2015/06/30/2e2dcff0-1e6b-11e5-aeb9-a411a84c9d55_story.html?

My question is, what kind of profit split is reasonable to propose if someone else is funding the deal, but you find, analyze, and facilitate the deal, as well as manage the property manager?

That is a lot of money to propose loaning.

We do think there is extreme value in selling while we still meet the "5 of 8" criteria under the new proposed tax legislation. 

below is the new proposed GOP 20% deduction for pass through businesses.