You will probably want to pay attention to the income tax basis to any proposed transactions as well as be wary of any transfers that cause a property tax reassessment, depending on whether that amounts to a big increase in taxes or not.Feel free to reach out if you would like referrals in San Diego County in order to work remotely.

Feel free to reach out for some recommendations. 

Feel free to inquire about their staff qualifications if it's a larger organization.2.

Feel free to reach out if you have any other questions! 

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Hi Michael, I'd be glad to help answer some questions for you and/or locate a duplex that would work well for your goals.Feel free to connect!

Wishing you all the best as you get started, and feel free to reach out if I can ever help.

You are generally correct that there is an annual exclusion for gift taxes that generally passes tax-free (of course, in all situations, exceptions apply and you have to meet all requirements to qualify). 

Then she still only makes 2% extra for taking the risk of you not paying versus a bank.

There is risk for the landlord in being added as an insured though - specifically if the tenant and landlord are opposed in a matter.