Provide snacks, bottled water, premium coffee, s'more kits, maybe even a small gift. 

I started getting involved with Mexican contracts more than 20 years ago so I have the gift to see all the mistakes and issues even the best lawyer miss.

The good ones notice right away and feel safer.Community touchpoints: Simple BBQs, pizza nights, or coffee mornings help residents connect and shift the culture fast.Reputation boost: Ask your good tenants for updated reviews—offer small gift cards as a thank you.

Check all the boxes before you jump in blindly.From a tax perspective, this could go a few ways.If he sells to you at a discount, the IRS may treat part of that discount as a gift, which could trigger gift tax filing on his side.

They are truly an unbeatable gift to real estate investors. 

Having someone pushing for financial freedom with you is a gift.

Winter definitely slows things down in many markets, especially in colder regions.A few strategies that have worked for me during the off-season include:Offering slightly reduced rent for longer lease terms (like 15 or 18 months) to avoid winter lease ends in the futureProviding flexible move-in dates or short-term leases that end in spring or summerIncluding small move-in perks like a rent credit or gift card to boost interest without reducing rent across the boardIncreasing marketing efforts and refreshing listings on listing platforms more frequently to stay visibleIt’s all about staying proactive and making your units stand out.

One thing on the tax side is you would need to file a gift tax return if the transfer from your interests to your children exceed the annual limit.i would probably first focus acquiring great properties in great areas and then do the strategic planning that's required. 

You may just need someone familiar with gifting strategies and DAFs or you may need a team to run a foundation. 

Welcome packs (snacks, drinks, gift) are common in the hospitality industry.