I still have equitable interest in the property, by virtue that I've deposited $4500 to the title company.

MIGHT.For anything else, use the full owner finance scenario: deed, promissory note, deed of trust...Close at a title companyUse an RMLO and loan servicerNo balloon earlier than 60 months (not recommended at all)Sales price = licensed appraisal (MAX). 

The options I purchased were all for 12 months or less, and I recorded them to put on notice anyone , especially a title company, thinking of purchasing the property during my option period.  

In order to transfer title/deed into an LLC, you need to contact a Title company and you will also need to refinance (see point 3. as to why you will need to refinance - if you do not you will have the mortgage called)2. 

This law basically prevents wholesaling when the wholeseller owns title.

You may pay your servicer a small fee for title search and property valuation (some do full appraisals which can be $450-$600). 

@Jamie Stone lots of information out there that has a big price tag on it. 

From what I understand title companies are mandatory to settle in PA.

Just google Ohio Real Estate Convention and you should find it somewhere. 2) Some individuals are interested in passive real estate investing, but have little liquid cash, but significant savings in IRA and 401k accounts and are looking to diversify beyond just stocks, mutual funds, and other public market assets. 3) Always important to work with an attorney, title company, and or closing attorney as you work with a private lender.

Look on the county record OR pay the title company to research it