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[Webinar Recap] How To Treat Your DSTs During Tax Season: Filing Taxes in Multiple States
Here at Realized, we help real estate investors invest in Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) using 1031 exchanges. 1031 exchanges allow investors to legally defer capital gains taxes when buying and selling real estate. DSTs also offer a number of other potential benefits for real estate investors - they allow you to expand your real estate portfolio without having to manage the properties yourself, can provide diversification in a real estate portfolio, and can provide access to commercial-grade real estate an investor may not be able to invest in on their own.
The Top 10 Things You Should Know About 1031 Exchanges
Internal Revenue Code §1031 provides real-estate investors with a powerful tool known as a “1031 exchange.” What does it do exactly? It allows investors to hold on to gains they’ve made from their real-estate investments without having to pay taxes on the gains. That’s pretty sweet.
What is the 3K Capital Loss Rule?
Declaring losses on tax returns is one way to offset capital gains. Reducing capital gains in this way reduces the investor’s potential tax bill. But there are certain rules to follow, and not all losses can be deducted for the current year.
You Can 1031 Exchange Into A REIT, Here's How
Can you transition a property into a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) using a 1031 exchange? Yes, but it requires caution. While the IRS doesn't consider direct exchange of REIT shares as 'like-kind,' a sequence of steps that are followed can facilitate the successful completion of the exchange. This implies that transforming an investment property into a REIT via a 1031 exchange is feasible but entails meticulous compliance with IRS rules.
5 Myths About Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) Funds That You Need to Know
There are many myths about Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) fund investments that we wanted to help clear up. Delaware Statutory Trusts have their benefits and limitations, but let’s address some of the common misconceptions that we often hear from investors.
[Webinar Recap] What is a Sponsor and How Can Investors Evaluate Them?
Delaware Statutory Trusts (DST) can offer lucrative, passive revenue streams if you choose the right Sponsor. When Realized evaluates a Sponsor, we want to determine whether or not the Sponsor is a reliable and reputable one. We also want to research their standing and how it could impact the potential investment and return. Additionally, we examine the offer in an effort to ensure it is a viable one and that it aligns with an investor’s goals.
How Does Rental Property Affect Debt to Income Ratio?
Debt-to-income (DTI) ratio is a crucial calculation that compares what you earn to what you owe. Lenders (like banks or mortgage companies) use your debt-to-income ratio to decide whether to grant you credit and how much. Lenders often distinguish between borrower front-end and back-end ratios.
Potential Pitfalls To Consider When Choosing A DST Advisor Or Broker
With the right guidance investing in a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) can be a straightforward process. However, you don’t buy shares of DSTs on a public exchange like other investments, you need to work with an advisor who has a specialty in DSTs.
Do Bank Accounts with Beneficiaries Have to Go Through Probate?
Adding a beneficiary to an asset account generally avoids probate. This applies to bank accounts. If the owner of a bank account dies, some banks freeze it. What does this mean if there is a beneficiary? Does the account still have to pass through probate?
