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  • IMPORTANT NOTICE: The following information is provided for general educational purposes only and
    does not constitute legal, tax, or investment advice. Deal terms, investment minimums, structures, return
    profiles, and availability are subject to change and vary by offering. All investments involve risk, including
    the potential loss of principal. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Please consult your own
    qualified legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decision.

    What is a Real Estate Syndication?
    A real estate syndication is an investment vehicle that allows passive investors (called limited
    partners, or LPs) to pool capital and invest into a real estate deal managed by general partners
    (GPs).
    After investing, the general partners operate the property and manage day-to-day decisions,
    while distributing returns to the limited partners. This structure allows limited partners to
    participate in real estate ownership without being responsible for active property management.

    What are the Potential Benefits of Investing in a Real Estate Syndication?
    Real estate syndications may offer several potential benefits compared to other investment
    structures. These include:
    • Access to larger commercial properties through pooled capital
    • Potential for cash flow distributions and equity appreciation
    • Tax benefits, including depreciation pass-through to investors
    • Real asset ownership as a potential hedge against inflation
    • Passive investment structure requiring no active management
    Important: All investments carry risk. Potential benefits are not guaranteed, and actual results will
    vary. Review the specific offering documents for each deal before investing.

    How is a Syndication Structured?

    A real estate syndication is typically structured as a limited liability company (LLC). This
    structure allows passive investors (limited partners) to invest into a deal while limiting their
    liability to the amount of their investment. The general partners are the active operators
    responsible for executing the business plan and managing the asset.

    Who are the General Partners in a Deal?

    The general partners are Bronson Equity LLC's principals or joint venture partners who operate
    the deal, make operational decisions, manage the asset, and work to resolve any issues that
    arise during the investment period. General partners carry fiduciary responsibilities to the limited
    partners and assume greater liability than passive investors.

    Do the General Partners Invest in Every Deal?
    Yes, the general partners invest in every deal. GP co-investment aligns incentives between the
    operators and passive investors. Note that GPs often maintain certain liquidity requirements
    related to lender covenants on the large commercial loans associated with these deals.

    What is the Minimum Investment?
    Our typical minimum investment is $100,000. Some investors choose to invest larger amounts,
    commonly $100,000 to $500,000, depending on their individual financial situation and goals.
    Minimum investment requirements may vary by offering. Please review the specific offering
    documents for each deal.

    Do You Offer a Preferred Return? When Do Investors Receive Distributions?
    Our deals typically use a profit-split structure rather than a preferred return. A common
    arrangement is 80% of profits distributed to limited partners and 20% to the general partners.
    This structure and the specific split may vary by offering.
    Distribution timing varies by deal, but it is typical to see distributions begin approximately 6 to 9
    months after closing, with distributions paid quarterly thereafter. These timelines are estimates
    and are not guaranteed. Refer to the specific operating agreement for each deal for exact terms.

    What is Your Investment Strategy?
    Bronson Equity LLC typically employs a value-add investment strategy. This means we acquire
    properties where we identify specific upside opportunities — such as increasing rents through
    targeted renovations and improved management — and plan to hold the property for
    approximately 3 to 7 years before executing an exit or refinance. Specific strategy details vary
    by offering. Deals vary by what type of asset and investment focus that project has.

    What is the Investment Process?
    Our investment process is designed to maintain compliance with applicable securities laws and
    to build a relationship with each investor before presenting any offering. The general process is:
    • Investors join our investment club, establishing a substantive pre-existing relationship as
    required under applicable securities regulations.
    • When a new offering becomes available, we notify qualified members of our investor
    club.

    • Deals are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and typically fill quickly.
    • We typically bring 5 to 10 investment opportunities per year, subject to market
    conditions.
    Securities compliance note: Our offerings are made pursuant to applicable exemptions under the
    Securities Act of 1933. Depending on the specific offering, we operate under Rule 506(b) or Rule
    506(c) of Regulation D. Participation requirements and investor qualification standards may differ
    between offerings.

    What Tax Information Do I Receive and When?
    After investing in a deal, you will receive a Schedule K-1 tax form, which is the standard tax
    document for partnership investments. K-1s are typically issued by mid-March following each
    tax year. We recommend working with a CPA familiar with real estate syndication investments
    to maximize available tax benefits.

    Do I Need to be an Accredited Investor?
    Investor qualification requirements vary by offering. Some of our offerings are structured to
    permit a limited number of sophisticated non-accredited investors where permitted under
    applicable securities law. Other offerings may be limited exclusively to Accredited Investors.
    An Accredited Investor generally means an individual with annual income exceeding $200,000
    (or $300,000 jointly with a spouse) for the past two years with expectation of the same, or a net
    worth exceeding $1,000,000 excluding the primary residence, among other qualifying criteria
    under SEC Rule 501.
    Specific investor qualification requirements will be disclosed in the offering documents for each
    deal. Participation in any offering is subject to verification of qualification and completion of all
    required documentation.
    Important: This FAQ does not constitute an offer to sell or solicitation to buy any security. Access to
    specific offering information requires prior qualification and membership in our investor club.

    Do You Complete a Cost Segregation Study with Each Deal?
    Yes, we commission a cost segregation study on each qualifying deal and pass the associated
    tax benefits — including accelerated depreciation — through to passive investors based on their
    proportional investment amount. These tax benefits can be significant for investors with the
    appropriate tax situation. We strongly recommend consulting with your CPA to understand how
    depreciation benefits apply to your specific tax profile.

    What are the Risks Involved with These Investments?

    All investments in real estate syndications involve significant risk. You should not invest unless
    you can afford to lose your entire investment. Risks vary by deal and are fully disclosed in the
    offering documents for each specific investment, but primary risks include:
    • Loss of some or all invested capital
    • Underperformance relative to underwriting projections
    • Changes in market conditions, interest rates, or local real estate dynamics
    • Extended hold periods or delayed distributions
    • Illiquidity — these investments are not publicly traded and there is no guaranteed exit
    • Regulatory, tax law, or economic changes that may adversely affect returns
    Always review the Private Placement Memorandum (PPM) and all offering documents carefully
    and consult with your own qualified advisors before investing.

    Can I Invest Using Retirement Funds?
    Yes, it is possible to invest using certain retirement accounts. Not all retirement accounts are
    eligible for alternative investments such as real estate syndications. You will need an account
    structure that allows checkbook control and, ideally, avoids Unrelated Business Income Tax
    (UBIT), which can apply to debt-financed investments held inside certain retirement accounts.
    We recommend consulting with a qualified retirement account specialist or tax advisor to
    determine which account structure is appropriate for your situation before making any
    investment using retirement funds.

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    Additional Questions
    If you have questions not addressed here, please reach out to us directly. We are happy to
    connect with qualified investors and answer questions about our process and opportunities.
    Bronson Equity LLC
    1750 SW Skyline Blvd, Suite 25, Portland, OR 97221
    Email: [email protected]

    SECURITIES DISCLAIMER: This is not an offer to sell securities. Any person, entity, or organization must first be
    qualified by Bronson Equity LLC and read all offering documents in full. Bronson Equity LLC and its affiliates are not

    licensed securities dealers or brokers. This document should be construed as informational only and not as an
    advertisement soliciting for any particular purpose. All securities discussed have not been registered or approved by
    any securities regulatory agency in accordance with the Securities Act of 1933 or any applicable state securities laws.

    IMPORTANT: This document has been prepared for informational and web publication purposes.
    Bronson Equity LLC recommends that all legal documents be reviewed by a licensed securities
    attorney and/or general counsel prior to publication.