Please be gentle; I'm new at this and it's pretty complex :)Structure / Legal Details- we'd establish market value through a combination of comps from local real estate agent and an appraisal- attorney would establish all required "arms length" aspects including a mortgage at a minimum standard federal rate- LLC would pay us back based on a standard promissory note over 30 yrs Pros of selling to the LLC (I think)- A sale now would be the only time we'd be able to take advantage of the cap gains exclusion on this house bc we won't qualify for the "live there 3 of 5 years" rule due to the timing of our lease and our last time of residence. 

The key is to build your portfolio slowly but consistently, focusing on quality over quantity. shervinrealtor.com

They apparently provide mentorship for all aspects of your business and Real Estate and Rentals is one of the areas mentioned as a potential business.

What investment will get you a greater return and fit with other aspects of your lifestyle and investment goals? 

Consistent reminder of paying rent, automatic charging of late fees and ability to add addendum for changes in lease agreements.

I think one aspect to keep in mind, as I understand it so far, is that "business as usual" can still continue. 

One of those provides direction, the other manages every aspect of the business to include who sweeps and mops and what paper to order for the cash registers. 

Thank you.What aspect of syndication are you looking to learn more about?

Direct mail works but it takes consistency over time.

A trust is a more expensive route to go administratively (mostly amount of headache), but there's a good chance you don't really need an LLC anyway as you may not get the limited liability aspect depending on how you operate the properties.