When Is the Best Time To Invest in a Delaware Statutory Trust?

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Entering a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) is a long-term commitment. While this investment vehicle offers benefits such as tax deferral and passive income, it’s locked into a holding period that can span up to a decade or more. As such, timing is crucial to increase the chances of maximum return on investment. When is the best time to invest in a Delaware Statutory Trust? Realized 1031 looks at DSTs through a macro lens to answer this question. Keep reading to learn more.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Investing in an UPREIT Structure

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An umbrella partnership real estate investment trust (UPREIT) is a powerful investment tool that many modern investors are finding appealing. This structure is an operating partnership (OP) owning income-generating property, with the REIT having the controlling interest and investors as limited partners. As you contribute property to the UPREIT, you gain OP units and earn dividends on a regular basis. Since the REIT controls the operations and management of the underlying properties, investors have hands-off involvement and earn without any added effort.

Oct 14, 2025

How to Calculate Capital Gains When Selling Partial Ownership of Property

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Selling partial ownership of an investment property can be a strategic move for property owners seeking to diversify their portfolio or unlock some value. However, understanding how to calculate capital gains in such scenarios is crucial for effective financial planning and to avoid surprises at tax time. Here’s a concise guide geared toward property owners on how to navigate the calculation.

Oct 13, 2025

How Does an UPREIT Transaction Work? A Step-by-Step Guide

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Oct 13, 2025

How to Minimize Capital Gains on a Rental Property Sale

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Selling a rental property can be a rewarding venture, but it often comes with the hefty burden of capital gains taxes. These taxes can significantly erode the profits from your sale, which makes finding ways to minimize them critical for maximizing your returns. Here, we'll explore effective strategies to lessen the impact of capital gains taxes on your rental property sale.

Oct 12, 2025

Are There Capital Gains Taxes On Cryptocurrency Sales?

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In recent years, cryptocurrency has gained immense popularity as an alternative investment, attracting the attention of both investment property owners and traditional investors. However, with this new asset class comes a pertinent question for tax-conscious investors: Are there capital gains taxes applicable to the sale of cryptocurrencies? Understanding the tax implications is crucial as they can significantly impact your overall investment strategy and returns.

Oct 11, 2025

Strategies for Handling Capital Gains After Selling A Business

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Selling a business can be a momentous occasion, often symbolizing the culmination of years of hard work. However, it also brings forward the challenge of managing capital gains taxes that arise from the transaction. For investment property owners and those familiar with navigating tax implications, strategizing around capital gains can mean retaining more of your hard-earned wealth. Here are effective strategies to consider when handling capital gains after selling a business.

Oct 10, 2025

How To Avoid Capital Gains Tax On Collectibles

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Investing in collectibles can be a rewarding hobby, but it comes with its own set of financial challenges, particularly concerning capital gains taxes. Unlike traditional investments, the capital gains tax on collectibles is significantly higher, often reaching up to 28%. For investment property owners looking to enhance their portfolios with alternative assets, understanding how to manage and potentially avoid these taxes is crucial. Here are a few strategies that can help in minimizing or avoiding capital gains tax on collectibles:

Oct 9, 2025

What Improvements Reduce Your Capital Gains Liability?

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For investment property owners, the sale of an appreciated asset is often bittersweet. While it’s fulfilling to see an investment pay off, it also triggers capital gains taxes, a significant expense no investor enjoys paying. Fortunately, certain property improvements can help mitigate this tax liability. By strategically investing in your property, you can increase its cost basis, thereby reducing the taxable capital gains when sold.

Oct 9, 2025

Capital Gains and Your 401(k): What You Need to Know

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For investment property owners, understanding the intersection of capital gains and retirement accounts like 401(k)s is crucial for maximizing financial benefits and minimizing tax liabilities. While both are powerful tools for building wealth, their tax implications differ significantly.

Oct 8, 2025

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