Hello Everyone!
I am in the process of setting up a corporation in order to fund my sub-to transactions…but I am unsure which one would be the best approach for me. At this point I believe that a C-Corp would be the ideal choice, but an LLC or an off-shore is also a good alternative. Anyone out there have a corporation established and is conducting sub-to investing, and if so could you shed some light on the subject? It would be greatly appreciated. 
Thanks everyone,
-aimee
I think a lot of people just use land trust for Sub2. You can also do LLC or C-corp. I’ve read LLC is better for flipping and C-corp if you plan to hold them. A C-corp is more expensive to maintain. You should meet with an attorney. I found one that met with me for about 45 mins for free.
There are no significant differences between LLC and S/C Corp with regard to taxes UNTIL you are making a LOT of money. At this point, the plan changes.
There ARE significant differences between the amount of administrative hassle required: Corps require annual meetings, resolutions to buy things etc etc. lots more paperwork than an LLC.
There are MAJOR differences between LLC and Corp with regard to asset protection. These are general guidelines that apply in TX and NV, I would assume most states to be similar, but that’s the disclaimer.
Both entity types effectively protect you personally from liability arising from within the entity (landlord gets sued).
However the difference is what happens to the entity if you personally are liable (you rear-end someone in your Pinto)
Ownership of corporate stock is an “investment” whether it’s IBM or Joe’s Real Estate Co. Investments can be ordered transferred to satisfy a judgement in court. This would make your adversary owner of your corporation and all the assets it owns and controls.
Ownership interest in an LLC is considered “personal property”. as such it is not available to satisfy judgements, effectively isolating your company from your personal liabilities. A very significant difference.
It’s hard to cover all the details in a forum format, but let me know if you have any more questions.
Mark Wagner, CPA