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LLC Financing for Canadian Investors

Close US investment property mortgages directly in your LLC for liability protection and clean portfolio management. Unlike Canada where investment properties are typically held in personal name, the US LLC structure creates a legal wall between your investment assets and your personal wealth. We handle the entire process from Canada — LLC formation in your chosen state, EIN application with the IRS, registered agent setup, operating agreement drafting, US bank account referrals for your entity, and DSCR loan financing that closes in the LLC name.

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Entity Financing

Protect Your Assets with LLC Ownership

In Canada, investment properties are held in personal name. In the US, serious investors use LLCs for liability protection, asset separation, and professional portfolio management. DSCR loans make entity financing easy.

LLC
Entity Closing
1-2wk
Formation Time
All 50
US States
$500+
Setup Cost

Liability Protection

An LLC creates a legal wall between your US investment properties and your personal assets in Canada. Lawsuits, claims, and liabilities stay contained within the LLC entity, meaning your Canadian home, savings, and other assets cannot be reached.

Close in Entity Name

DSCR loans close directly in your LLC's name — the LLC is the borrower, the property owner, and the entity on the title. This eliminates the need for personal guarantees on the property itself, and keeps your personal name off public property records.

Asset Separation

Keep each property or market in a separate LLC to isolate risk across your portfolio. If one property faces legal issues, your other investments are protected behind separate entity walls.

Canadian-Owned LLCs Welcome

Our lenders are experienced with foreign-owned LLCs and understand the unique documentation requirements for Canadian members. Canadian ownership does not prevent you from accessing the same DSCR loan products, rates, and terms available to US investors.

Full Formation Support

We connect you with cross-border legal partners who handle LLC formation, EIN application, registered agent setup, and operating agreement drafting — all completed remotely from Canada.

US Bank Account Setup

Your LLC needs a US bank account for receiving rent, paying the mortgage, covering property expenses, and managing cash flow. We provide referrals to banks experienced with foreign-owned entities.

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LLC Formation & Financing Requirements

LLC Formation & Financing Requirements

Setting up a US LLC as a Canadian investor involves a few key steps. Here is what you need and how we make the process seamless from start to finish.

Requirements

  • Valid Canadian passport for identity verification.
  • Chosen state of formation — typically the state where you are investing.
  • Registered agent in the state of formation to receive legal correspondence.
  • EIN (Employer Identification Number) from the IRS — your LLC's tax ID.
  • Operating agreement defining ownership and management authority.
  • US bank account opened in the LLC's name.
  • Minimum 25-30% down payment sourced from your Canadian bank account.

How We Help

  • Our partners handle LLC formation, EIN, and operating agreements remotely.
  • We help choose the optimal state based on your strategy and asset goals.
  • We provide referrals to US banks that accept foreign-owned LLCs.
  • We ensure LLC documents meet lender requirements for DSCR underwriting.
  • For larger investors, we help structure multiple LLCs or Series LLCs.
  • We connect you with cross-border tax accountants for dual reporting.
  • Annual LLC maintenance — filings and registered agent — is handled by our partners.
FAQ

Questions About LLC Financing

Everything Canadian investors need to know about US LLC ownership and entity financing.

LLC Basics

An LLC provides liability protection (protecting your personal assets in Canada), cleaner portfolio management, potential tax benefits, and professional credibility with US vendors.
Yes. Canadians can form LLCs in any US state. Popular choices are: the state where you're investing, Wyoming, or Delaware. We connect you with specialists who handle the entire process.

Banking & Taxes

Yes. Your LLC needs a US bank account for rent, mortgage, and expenses. We provide referrals to banks experienced with foreign-owned LLCs.
US LLCs are typically pass-through entities. Rental income is reported on both US and Canadian returns, with foreign tax credits preventing double taxation.
An EIN is a unique tax ID for your LLC. It is required to open a US bank account, file tax returns, and apply for financing.

Formation & Maintenance

Most form in the state where they buy property to keep it simple, but Wyoming or Delaware are options for certain strategies.
Yes, but this requires a deed transfer and may trigger due-on-sale clauses in existing mortgages.
Costs include: state annual reports ($50-$300), registered agent fees ($100-$300), and US tax return preparation.

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