@Andrew Jones - They are being sold as "condos" because the owner has legally split the duplex into two individual units (with separate Tax IDs).

I would recommend finding a mentor in your area that can teach/mentor you.

Anybody know of good individuals at raising capital in Miami (private placement or otherwise) for a great project in Miami Beach that I have under contract, with great upside potential?

Each person's income and tax scenario is different and you should consult with a competent CPA to discuss your individual situation to get advice tailored for you.

Hi, BPers, could anyone let me know the pros and cons of buying and holding residential properties under a company, versus under individual?

Developers cannot get loans from banks to start building, the individual RE investors cannot get loans to buy finished or pending properties.

I'm an out of town REI (california) looking to find a MF (<20 units of 1br/1ba preferred, doesn't have to be individually metered) in San Antonio, TX!!

@Mark RoadyThanks for the reply, I would be delighted if you could teach me.

Tired of teaching my current agent how to do business. 

Your basic training will teach you how to read the signs and the possibilities of changing direction, when and how to turn onto another path.Those with knowledge survive and succeed, those who fail to learn perish in the forest. :)