Trust Agreements, LLCs, Corporations and Partnerships

Navigating the escrow process becomes more intricate when the property is held within legal entities such as Trusts, Limited Liability Companies (LLCs), Corporations, or Partnerships. Understanding the specific requirements and documentation for each entity type is crucial to ensure a smooth transaction. At Lakeside Escrow, we provide detailed guidelines to assist both buyers and sellers in these scenarios.​

What specific documents and considerations are required when handling escrow for properties held in Trusts, LLCs, Corporations, or Partnerships?​

When dealing with properties held in Trusts, LLCs, Corporations, or Partnerships, specific documentation is required to complete the escrow process. For LLCs you will need to provide the operating agreement and Tax identification number (TIN) and for Corporations, you will need to provide the articles of incorporation and tax identification number (TIN). Partnerships require a partnership agreement and a TIN. It’s essential that sale proceeds are directed to the legal entity listed on the title. Additionally, lenders may have specific restrictions or requirements for these types of transactions, so it's important to consult with them and provide all necessary documents to avoid delays.

 

LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (LLC’s)

SELLERS: If your property is held in an LLC (limited liability company), the insuring title company may require, but not limited to the following documents:

  • Operating Agreement for any LLC (limited liability company
  • Operating Agreements for membership interests of any LLC
  • Filed Articles of Organization
  • Tax I.D. number assigned to the LLC by the I.R.S.

BUYERS: Some lenders may not lend to an LLC in a purchase. Please contact your lender for their requirements.

Note: The sale proceeds cannot be disbursed to any other name or person other than the listed LLC name that appears of record on title.

CORPORATIONS:

SELLERS: If your property is held in a Corporation, the insuring title company may require, but not limited to the following items:

  • Articles of Incorporation
  • By Laws
  • Corporate Resolution
  • Certificate of Good Standing
  • Tax I.D. number assigned to the Corporation by the I.R.S.

Note: The sale proceeds cannot be disbursed to any other name or person other than the listed Corporation name that appears of record on title.

PARTNERSHIP (General or Limited):

SELLERS: If your property is held in a Partnership, the insuring title company may require, but not limited to the following items:

  • Partnership Agreement
  • Filed Certificate of Partnership
  • Tax I.D. number assigned to the Partnership by the I.R.S.

Note: The sale proceeds cannot be disbursed to any other name or person other than the listed Partnership name that appears of record on title.

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