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May 17, 1999


RE:  REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATES LIMITED VI


Dear Investor:

     Several limited partners have called or written us to tell us that they
have received an unsolicited tender offer to buy their interests in Real Estate
Associates Limited VI ("REAL VI") from Bond Purchase LLC for $77 per $5,000
unit. The buyers represent that these purchases would be for investment
purposes only.

     While the General Partners are unable to value the interests because of a
lack of market for them, and therefore cannot comment on the fairness of Bond
Purchase LLC's offer. Limited partners should also be aware that a sale of
their interests in REAL VI would have tax consequences that should be evaluated
in consultation with each Limited Partner's own tax advisor.

     Most of the Limited Partners have negative capital account balances with
respect to their interests in REAL VI. Our accountants tell us that on average,
the negative capital account balance for a $5,000 investor at the end of
December 1998 was approximately $2,150. This means that an investor who sold
his or her unit on December 31, 1998 would recognize gain from the sale of his
or her unit in an amount equal to approximately $2,227 (the $2,150 negative
account balance plus the $77 cash sales price). Our accountants advise that in
light of the substantial disposition gains reported in 1998, it is unlikely
that an investor would have any remaining REAL VI suspended passive losses
which might offset such gain. However, the gain could be offset by passive
losses which such investor may have from other sources. Unless a limited
partner has other suspended or current losses available, a substantial portion
of the gain would still be subject to tax liability.

     PLEASE CONSULT WITH YOUR TAX ADVISOR ABOUT THE IMPACT OF SUCH A SALE ON
YOUR OWN PARTICULAR SITUATION.

     The Corporate General Partner urges each investor to carefully consider
the foregoing information before tendering his or her units to the tendering
buyer. Although the offer letter states that investors cannot withdraw units
which may already have been tendered, you should consult with your attorney to
determine if this requirement is enforceable should you wish to reconsider your
decision to tender.

                                   Sincerely,
                      National Partnership Investment Corp



     Charles H. Boxenbaum                                   Bruce E. Nelson
     Chairman of the Board                                  President