Despite negative press, most special purpose entities have legitimate business purposes. Read why mortgage lenders, joint venture partners, and private equity investors require that real estate investments be held in special purpose entities.
Read MoreFinCEN regulation of all-cash real estate transactions appears likely. Are you prepared?
Read MoreInvestors should understand real estate risks and evaluate their own risk tolerance before investing.
Read MoreA sources and uses budget at the beginning of a transaction can help a buyer determine the amount of equity it needs at the closing table.
Read MoreThe war brought about an outpouring of support for Ukraine, as well as anger toward Russia. Although employers can ban all political speech, content-based employer restrictions may violate employment discrimination laws.
Read MoreReal estate has long been a target for fraud, money laundering, and other illegal activity. Before investing, real estate investors should be on the lookout for signs of suspicious activity and conduct due diligence that rules out illegal behavior.
Read MoreReal estate investors should look for these red flags and should conduct due diligence before investing.
Read MoreBusinesses and real estate owners should evaluate their “green” projects to ensure that they have substance, aren’t greenwashing, and haven’t been derailed by unexpected circumstances
Read MoreRule 506(b) continued to be the most popular way for real estate investments to rase equity during the pandemic according to the SEC.
Read MorePeople raising money for a small business or real estate investment may be surprised that they are selling investment contracts subject to federal and state securities laws.
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