A better idea is to purchase it inside of a LandTrust, making your LLC a beneficiary of the trust. 

Stay focused on your goals, and trust the experience you’re gaining will help guide your next steps.

It ended up okay, but it sure taught her to slow down and get comfortable digging deep into the due diligence.Here in San Diego, I’ve seen the seasoned investors always double-check with a well-regarded local title attorney..I’ve heard there are a few firms around downtown that specialize in smoothing out odball title issues..or a trusted property manager who knows what unique fees to expect.

These properties will generate the steady cash flow needed to build a foundation for the endowment.Leveraging Existing Assets: My 17 PropertiesI own 17 properties, which I plan to integrate under the management of a trusted property manager (PMC).

I would connect with a property manager that is trusted and has experience in the area. 

More commonly, a Revocable Living Trust ensures your assets are passed to a trustee upon death.

Quote from @Lolo Druff: I've heard horror stories about awful property management companies and am looking for a REFERRAL for a trusted source from an investor.

The problem is I have no idea of knowing what is owed on the first position deed of trust.

I would still work with a title company on this and let your lender know (if you have one) of the name change and what you are doing so they do not think you are selling the property.Another option would be to create a living trust for estate purposes and transfer it into the estate.

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