Financing Challenges: Multi-family properties often require larger down payments and more complex financing arrangements.6.

I have to say, so far, this arrangement is working out really well.

However, the arrangement triggers some special risks for buyers and sellers, and it's wise to engage professional help to mitigate those and allow the process to run smoothly.Read this article for more information https://www.investopedia.com/a...All the best!

Over the years the IRS has scrutinized these and limited them more and more.Bottom line - Your scenario would be a parking arrangement that falls outside the safe harbor of 2000-37. 

If you find a lot with lots of mature trees you can get into an every other year type of thinning arrangement and generate revenue with the timberCheck to see how much the lot is appraised for. 

X, and have accepted a pay arrangement with them for this.Now you have found out they are looking for an additional Key Sponsor/Principal for the same deal, and you were unaware they were going to do this.If this is the case, I think calling them and discussing it with them might be a good starting point.Good Luck!

Ultimately, it may not be in your best interest to get involved in such an unpredictable and complex arrangement at this stage of life.

@Stephanie GrantThe way I am reading this is the PML is bringing all the money to the table and you will refinance in 3 years without bringing any money inHave you spoken to the PML on this arrangement?

It really depends on the seller if they would be willing for such an arrangement.

Building a loyal agent who consistently brings you deals can be a mutually beneficial arrangement!