1031 Exchange Basis: What it Is, How it Works

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A 1031 exchange lets you exchange your investment real estate (relinquished property) for another of equal or greater value (replacement property). The main benefit of the exchange is that you could defer payment on capital gains taxes and depreciation recapture.

Apr 9, 2025

The Opportunities and Challenges of 1031 Exchange Oil & Gas Properties

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Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) is typically used for real estate held for business or investment purposes. However, the like-kind exchange can also be useful for oil and gas properties in certain situations.

Mar 30, 2025

The Downsides of a 1031 Exchange

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A 1031 exchange can be a helpful way for you to defer recognition of capital gains on the sale of investment or business real estate while allowing you to enhance your portfolio. By exchanging your investment or business use property for like-kind real estate of equal or greater value, you could postpone tax obligations, leaving you with potentially more money for other investments.

Mar 27, 2025

Renting A 1031 Exchange Property to Friends or Family

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The Internal Revenue Code Section 1021–”Exchange of Real Property Held for Productive Use or Investment–can be a way for you to possibly defer capital gains taxes and depreciation recapture on investment property you sell or use for business purposes.

Mar 22, 2025

An In-Depth Discussion of the 1031 Exchange Three Property Rule

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The Internal Revenue Code §1031–Exchange of Real Property Held for Productive Use or Investment”-- if suitable, can be a viable tool for helping you defer capital gains taxes and depreciation recapture when selling investment real estate. Furthermore, exchanging your relinquished property for a replacement property potentially enhances the value of your investments and your portfolio.

Mar 14, 2025

The 1031 Exchange Purchase Process: Steps, Rules, and Strategies

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There are numerous steps and legal considerations connected with completing a 1031 exchange transaction. Everything must be in order, from identifying the right replacement properties to closing within the IRS’ specific timelines. Failure to follow the rules means you forfeit potential exchange benefits like capital gains tax deferral.

Mar 9, 2025

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