Transfer ownership to an LLC

[George Gallagher]

I bought a duplex in my name and wish to transfer it to the LLC I just created. It is located in Luzerne County, PA.

A more seasoned investor (form outside this area) told me to quit claim the property from myself to my LLC. Simple as going to the courthouse and do a "form and a fee". What I want to know -- and cannot find out -- is this. If I transfer ownership from myself to my LLC, do I also have to pay the real estate transfer tax? Some people tell me "no" and no one has been able to tell me "yes".

Has anyone in here had a similar circumstance?  Thank you in advance.

GG