What is the Step-up in Basis?

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A Real Estate Investor’s Guide to the Step-Up in Basis

Jul 16, 2025

What Is the Escrow Fee for a 1031 Exchange?

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A 1031 exchange supports tax deferral—but it still incurs fees, including escrow charges. Escrow fees cover the cost of securing sale proceeds in a neutral account managed by your qualified intermediary to preserve the tax-deferred status. Typically ranging from 1–2% of the property value, these fees are classified as exchange-related closing costs—which reduce your reinvestment requirement, rather than being independently deductible. Realized 1031 shares a clear guide below explaining how escrow fees work and their impact on your exchange.

Jul 16, 2025

Does a 1031 Exchange Eliminate Capital Gains Tax?

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A 1031 exchange is a tax-advantaged investment strategy that many accredited investors turn to to preserve their wealth. One question some may ask is: “Does a 1031 exchange eliminate capital gains?” The answer is no — the like-kind exchange doesn’t eliminate your tax liability after making a profit during a property sale. Instead, this strategy defers capital gains taxes.

Jul 15, 2025

What Expenses Can I Offset Against Capital Gains Tax?

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A Practical Guide for Real Estate Investors

Jul 14, 2025

Depreciation Recapture in a 1031 Exchange: What To Consider

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When undergoing a 1031 exchange, investors often focus on deferring capital gains taxes associated with the sale of investment property. However, another important consideration is depreciation recapture—a provision that may require a portion of prior depreciation deductions to be taxed upon a triggering event, such as the sale or disposition of the asset.

Jul 14, 2025

Can a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) Be Gifted to Someone Else?

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Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) have gained traction among investors for their potential benefits, like passive income and access to institutional real estate. When paired with 1031 exchanges, DSTs may also offer deferral of capital gains taxes which has made them a consideration in certain estate planning and wealth transfer strategies.

Do You Pay Capital Gains on a Quitclaim Deed?

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A Real Estate Investor’s Guide to Tax Implications

Jul 12, 2025

How Does a Charitable Remainder Trust Help Manage Capital Gains Taxes?

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There are many strategies that investors can employ to offset, delay, or even eliminate capital gains taxes. One possible approach is creating a charitable remainder trust (CRT), which helps both reduce capital gains taxes and achieve philanthropic goals.

Jul 12, 2025

Can I Reinvest My Capital Gains to Defer Taxes?

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A Guide for Real Estate Investors Seeking Tax-Efficient Strategies

Jul 11, 2025

Do Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) Depreciate in Value?

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Entering a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST)is a structure that allows eligible investors to hold fractional interests in institutional-grade real estate, often as part of a 1031 exchange. DSTs may appeal to those seeking portfolio diversification and passive ownership, but like all real estate investments, they carry risks. While these advantages are welcome, there’s always a question that lingers in the mind of investors: Do Delaware Statutory Trusts depreciate in value? The answer is yes, but it’s a scenario that requires an understanding of what depreciation entails.

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