We spoke with a lawyer who advised forming an LLC to purchase the home to protect our personal assets.

Not someone's personal opinion.

Buy the property in your personal name and get an umbrella insurance policy for protection.

@Christian Nielsen for my personal project, i am building an ADU within the structural envelope of my existing SFR. 

Turned into a great rental, that down the road will make an excellent personal or retirement property.

I kept trying and one person on here told me that it could.

if you buy a property at market price in a good neighborhood - you will break even or lose money.and in general, if you're serious about this, i'd recommend going to your chosen market in person, probably multiple times, to set up your team. 

Things like job opportunities, school districts, amenities, and personal preferences should be considered when making a decision.

If you can't keep control of your personal finances, you are highly unlikely to succeed in real estate investing.

Your proof is a warranty deed.A warranty deed is a written legal document that transfers legal and equitable title of real property from one person or entity to another.