1031 Exchange Solutions for High-Net-Worth Investors

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As a high-net-worth investor (HNWI), managing your real estate portfolio goes beyond acquiring new assets. You also have to consider other aspects like tax exposure, wealth preservation, and long-term flexibility. One strategy designed to help address these considerations is the 1031 exchange. Also called the like-kind exchange, this strategy can potentially allow you to defer capital gains taxes, diversify your portfolio, and even enjoy passive income.

Aug 11, 2025

How DSTs Can Complement a Traditional Real Estate Portfolio

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Real estate remains a widely used investment option due to its perceived relative stability and the range of market sectors available. However, many investors maintain portfolios made up primarily of traditional, directly owned real estate. This concentration can introduce increased risk exposure and often requires ongoing, active management. For those seeking broader diversification or reduced management demands, alternative structures may be worth considering.

DST Market Trends Advisors Should Watch

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Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) are playing a growing role in tax-deferred real estate strategies.. While DSTs have long been used in 1031 exchanges, market forces are shaping new dynamics that are influencing how advisors and investors evaluate these structures.

Can You 1031 Out of a TIC?

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Being a co-owner in a tenancy-in-common (TIC) can offer advantages, such as access to larger properties, but it may also introduce structural limitations. Investors seeking greater control or portfolio simplification may consider exiting a TIC interest. This raises an important question: can a TIC interest be exited through a 1031 exchange?

Aug 10, 2025

Making IPWM Part of Your Core Offering: Operational Integration Tips

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Investment Property Wealth Management (IPWM) is no longer a niche service. It’s becoming an increasingly relevant capability, particularly for advisors working with clients who have substantial real estate holdings. For advisors looking to differentiate and add value, integrating IPWM into the core offering may offer a strategic opportunity.

How DST Investments May Support Estate Settlements

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When someone passes away, their loved ones don’t only face grief and loss. Estate settlement can become a complicated legal and financial process, involving debt resolution, tax considerations, and asset distribution. Managing debts, resolving taxes, and distributing assets can become a burden. You do not want to leave this type of legacy to your loved ones.

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