Key Takeaways
- LLCs are the most common entity for holding investment property—separate liability, pass-through tax treatment, and flexible structure.
- A separate LLC per property isolates liability between assets in the portfolio.
- Land trusts provide privacy and probate avoidance but offer limited liability protection.
- Entity selection must consider liability protection, tax treatment, lender requirements, and transfer tax implications.
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1.Why is LLC structuring important for title holding?
2.What entity types are commonly used for holding investment real estate?
3.How does entity selection affect lender requirements?