To be an efficient GC you'd need to have more experience and knowledge than the simple test they give (at least, relatively simple).

Has anyone come across an effective/cost efficient way of doing this?

Doing independent research on this should ONLY be for the purpose of ensuring that you ask all the right questions to an attorney.

You should definitely sit down with both a knowledgable attorney and accountant to ensure you do not run afoul of any federal or provincial lending laws and that you are on-side with the CRA.

I'd suggest not getting into the popular thinking or promotion of doing a 1031 until you get with a good tax advisor, one who has no interest in you doing one, and ensure that your marriage to the property type will last. 1031s have a valid place in your planning when it is truly beneficial, it's just that it isn't always.

It's an unusual collaborative effort that all of our members benefit from.I wouldn't be here if it weren't for Josh and Brandon or Jon in keeping this site running effectively and efficiently.

We are continually trying to ensure all residents are at the market rate of the apartment home.

I would have them send me the contract to ensure they have the property under contract and also to know the terms.2.

I was referring to how does one monitor that many units to ensure tenants aren't leaving the hose connected in the winter.

Your lawyer will ensure you have an encompassing shareholders agreement that deals with all possible avenues of exit for one, or more, of the shareowners - life happens, partnerships dissolve, marriages break down, people want to do other things.