1031 Exchanges: What's With All The Rules?
Friday, August 26
When it comes to completing a successful 1031 exchange, it is all about following the rules. Rules related to timing are the biggies, followed closely by naming replacement property. In the eyes of the IRS, missing a single deadline – by even one day – is enough to invalidate the entire exchange....
Five Ways To Complete A 1031 Exchange
Friday, August 26
When it comes to deferring capital gains taxes on the sale of investment or business property, nothing beats the power of a well-structured 1031 exchange. But not all exchanges are created equal. In fact, there are many different ways you can take advantage of the tax savings.Simultaneous Exchang...
Financing Essentials of a Delaware Statutory Trust
Thursday, August 25
Unlike other methods of real estate investing, a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) offers several unique benefits with regards to financing and liability with regards to investors. First, use of a DST greatly simplifies the process for financing securitized real estate, and usually entitles investor...
What is a Reverse Exchange and How Does One Work?
Tuesday, August 23
Real estate investors know about the powerful tax-deferral opportunities of a 1031 exchange. By selling existing investment or business property and then replacing it with “like kind” property, capital gains tax can be deferred (in some cases indefinitely).But what happens when an investor finds ...
Using A 1031 Exchange To Replace A Vacation Home
Monday, August 22
For many individuals, the sale and replacement of a second home will incur capital gains taxes. The good news is that, if appropriate rules are followed, these homeowners can benefit from the tax-deferral benefit of a 1031 exchange.The rules governing such transactions are explained in Revenue Pr...
Three "Must Know" Things About 1031 Exchanges
Thursday, August 18
A 1031 exchange can be a powerful tax deferral tool for real estate investors. However, to ensure the validity of any exchange in the eyes of the IRS, three straightforward rules must be followed. The margin for error is not kind, either. The smallest misstep can result in the IRS invalidating th...