DST Minimum Investment Requirements: What Determines the Entry Point

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In recent years, Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) have become a popular investment vehicle, offering income from institutional-quality assets while providing tax-deferral benefits. However, to enjoy these advantages, you must first meet DST investor qualifications. One of these is the minimum investment requirement.

Jan 15, 2026

Understanding Appraisals and Valuations in DST Offerings

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Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) provide a passive, institutional-quality investment opportunity without the burden of active management. However, moving into these structured products requires comprehensive due diligence. Two crucial aspects are appraisals and valuations, but they are often conflated, which may lead to some confusion regarding the true value of your beneficial interests.

Jan 15, 2026

DST Risk Factors Every Investor Should Understand

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In recent years, Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) have become popular investment vehicles. Benefits like tax deferral and hands-off involvement appealed to many types of investors. However, even with these advantages, DSTs are not without risks. Some emerge from the structure of the trust itself, while others are inherent to real estate investing. Whatever the case, it’s important for you to understand DST risk factors to better prepare for the possibilities.

Jan 14, 2026

Due Diligence Checklist for Delaware Statutory Trust Investors

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Entering a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) through a 1031 Exchange provides key benefits like tax deferral, enhanced diversification, and passive income. However, not all DSTs can guarantee these advantages, and some may even underperform, resulting in less-than-ideal returns or even losses.

Jan 14, 2026

DST Offering Memorandums: Key Sections To Review Before Investing

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Before entering a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) investment, you’ll receive the DST offering memorandum, also called the private placement memorandum (PPM). This document outlines almost everything you need to know about the DST, from the financial projections to the characteristics of the underlying properties.

Jan 13, 2026

Non-Recourse vs. Recourse Loans in DST Investments

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Investing in a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) allows you to access income from the underlying properties. Keep in mind, though, that sponsors acquired these assets through financing. The type of debt structure can affect whether or not you’re exposed to DST investment loan liability on a personal level.

Jan 8, 2026

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