#114: Legal Must-Knows That Protect Investors in Real Estate Deals — with Jonathan Lee

In this episode of the Multifamily Investor Playbook, John Makarewicz sits down with Jonathan Lee, Founder and Principal Lawyer at A.G. Truitt Law Professional Corporation, to break down the legal framework behind successful multifamily real estate deals. Jonathan brings over a decade of experience in transactional and regulatory law, working with participants across the asset management industry. In this conversation, he shares how proper legal structuring, compliance, and documentation play a critical role in protecting investors and ensuring deals are set up correctly from the start. We also discuss common legal mistakes in multifamily investing, what can go wrong with poorly structured documents, and how experienced operators and advisors approach legal risk in today’s market. If you’re involved in multifamily real estate—whether as an investor, sponsor, or operator—this episode will help you better understand the legal side of deal structuring and why getting it right matters. Topics Covered: ✅ Legal structure of multifamily real estate deals ✅ Common legal mistakes investors and operators make ✅ Importance of proper documentation and compliance ✅ How legal frameworks protect investors ✅ Real-world insights from reviewing flawed legal setups ✅ The role of legal advisors in asset management To learn more about A.G. Truett Law Professional Corporation, visit: ⁠https://agtruett.com/⁠ 📩 Want to invest with us? Visit ⁠fulloutinvesting.com⁠ to explore our process and current opportunities. Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests. They do not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. All investments carry risk, including the possible loss of principal. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult qualified professionals before making any investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results.