If you’re a real estate investor here in San Diego, how much do you know about Limited Liability Companies and corporations? For those who own or will be buying investment properties (e.g. residential or commercial rental properties), you may want to create a California Liability Company (LLC) or corporation. These business structures can be used to hold ownership of your real estate, instead of having title to the property in your own name.
What happens if you keep property titled under your personal name?
If you’re sued and lose the case, then your personal bank accounts and other assets can be used to pay off a judgment. But if you create an LLC or corporation, then typically only the property in the name of the company will be subject to these debts. (more…)





