Real Estate: Helping Clients Avoid "Land Mines" in the Homebuilding Industry

One of GHB's clients is a growth-oriented residential homebuilder. We work closely with the owner to structure real estate acquisitions for future development that recognize long-term capital gains rather than ordinary income. By helping the homebuilder restructure acquisitions, GHB helps our client eliminate approximately half of his federal tax liability. The homebuilding industry can be dotted with "land mines" for the uninitiated. Hidden costs, employment issues, onerous regulations, and economic fluctuations can swing the balance between success and failure. In addition to advising our homebuilder clients on best business practices, we make sure they retain every penny to which they are entitled.