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Podcast: Syndication Law & The Private Placement Memorandum Attorney
Episode: Securities vs Joint Ventures: Know the Critical Differences or Risk the Consequences
Description: It is critical to understand the difference between a security and a joint venture, particularly in the context of a project. A security, as defined by the SEC vs Howey case, is an offering or a collection of money with the aim of generating more funds and relying on a third person’s services to do so. This is typical in real estate syndications, where investors adopt a passive role while the organizer manages the assets and makes executive decisions. On the contrary, a joint venture involves partners actively participating in a project, each contributing a specific skill set. Un...