How to create an LLC

[Darrick Lowe]

I plan on moving, and would like to rent my current home. I was thinking about transferring title to an LLC (New York), but not sure how to go about this as I have never done this before. I understand that doing this could protect my personal assets. I tried contacting my mortgage company, but due to Covid, they have been completely unresponsive. They literally told me to write an email to customer service and 'submit the request'. Do I need to talk to them in person, or do I call a title company? Not quite sure where to start. In addition, what kind of paperwork/headache and fees are involved? Will my mortgage interest rate change?

Along the same lines, if I was to buy another property in the future, is it advantageous to tell the mortgage broker that the property will be used as a rental property and create an LLC before closing? Or is this something that should be done after renting out the property like above?

Thanks in advance!