Module 1: Legal Structures in U.S. Real Estate Investment

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Selecting the right legal entity is a critical decision in real estate investing, influencing factors like liability, taxation, financing, and investor relations. This module covers the main U.S. entity types used in commercial real estate, including Sole Proprietorships, Partnerships, Corporations, and LLCs, highlighting their definitions, benefits, and key characteristics. Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) have become the preferred structure for real estate investments due to their combination of liability protection, pass-through taxation, and operational flexibility. Understanding the differences between these entities is essential before forming or recommending the most suitable structure for a real estate investment.

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Lesson 1: Understanding Common U.S. Business Entities in Commercial Real Estate

  • 1. Sole Proprietorship
  • 2. General Partnership (GP)
  • 3. Limited Partnership (LP)
  • 4. C-Corporation
  • 5. S-Corporation
  • 6. Trusts
  • 7. Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)

Lesson 2: Fundamentals of LLCs in Commercial Real Estate

Lesson 3: Why Businesses Choose LLCs

Lesson 4: Comparison — Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, Corporation, LLC

MCQ’s & True or False Section

Disclaimer Regarding Legal Structures in U.S. Real Estate Investment
This document is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to purchase securities. Any such offer will be made only by means of official offering documents prepared in accordance with applicable securities laws. Investments in Tokenized Securities (“Tokens”) offered under Regulation D and Regulation S of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, are speculative and involve a high degree of risk. Investors must be prepared to bear the economic risk of their investment for an indefinite period and should consult their legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decision. There may be no public trading market for the Tokens, and there is no guarantee that a secondary market, public or private, will develop. Transfer and resale of Tokens are subject to substantial restrictions, including but not limited to holding periods, transfer limitations, and compliance with applicable securities laws. As a result, investors may experience difficulties in selling or liquidating their Tokens, potentially leading to a total loss of investment.

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