Went to the local conference which I didn't realize was just a sales fest in disguise.

Doing this would really only consolidate incoming rents and outgoing maintenance fees to one name and account and could then be allocated to the properties' accounts.Not sure on the W-2 tax question though.I would confer with both the lawyer and CPA on this.

The problem with lawsuits isn't a judgment, it is the cost of defense. 

Why didn't you force a contractor since you were far away to do a video phone conference call??

There are some defenses to that, but those are best discussed with a local attorney.

I've looked into these and had a conference call with someone to explain it to me.   

There was a great statement made at the Bigger pockets conference in Nashville and it’s super true.

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SMLLC's don't confer any basic tax advantages and LLC's taxed as partnerships don't confer the tax benefit you're concerned with especially with a single rental.

If you are in a habit of selling stolen property thats bad enough; if the actual owner of the property then contacts you and say, hey buddy, stop selling these items they were stolen from me, you ignore and continue selling, what then is your defense?"...