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What Is the Minimum Investment Needed for a DST?
Investors looking to grow their real estate portfolio may consider purchasing ownership in a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST). A DST strives to provide access to high-dollar commercial property for investors with minimal capital.
[Podcast Recap] Potential Tax Benefits of 1031 Exchanges and DSTs for Multifamily Investors
Realized was recently featured on the Multi-family Investor Podcast while attending the ADISA Spring Conference. In this conversation, we discussed the potential benefits that 1031 Exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) may have for investors. Here are some of the key takeaways from this conversation.
How Are Delaware Statutory Trusts Regulated?
A Delaware Statutory Trust, or DST, is a real estate investment option that provides investors with a route to fractional commercial property ownership. A DST is a corporation that uses Delaware trust laws to establish a trust. Each shareholder owns a beneficial interest in the trust, holding the properties the trust buys. The IRS states that investors (referred to as trust beneficiaries) are each direct owners of all the trust's assets. As a result, they are entitled to the tax benefits of owning real estate, including the ability to use a 1031 exchange to enter or leave the DST.
Is a Delaware Statutory Trust Irrevocable?
A Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) is an investment vehicle that investors can use to access fractional ownership of commercial real estate assets. DSTs have tax advantages in many situations and are typically eligible for both entry and exit using a 1031 exchange, which sets them apart from many other investment options. DSTs may own various properties, including multi-family housing, office buildings, retail centers, industrial property, medical offices, self-storage, and others.
How do Delaware Statutory Trust Sponsors Make Money?
A Delaware Statutory Trust, or DST, is an investment option that allows investors to purchase fractional interests in a commercial property portfolio and seek to manage tax liability. Although none of the investors or the property needs to be in Delaware, a DST needs to have a Delaware resident as one of the trustees; however, the designated Delaware resident does not need to be an active decision-maker.
What is a Delaware Grantor Trust?
The state of Delaware offers potential income tax advantages and has trust-friendly laws for individuals. These benefits aren’t limited to the residents of the state. Non-residents can use the state’s laws to their advantage by creating a trust fund in Delaware. One type of trust to consider opening is a Delaware grantor trust.
Why Consider a Delaware Statutory Trust?
Real estate investors may be looking for ways to keep more money in their pockets at the end of the tax year. Obviously, there are some cases where taxes cannot be avoided, but there can be a legal way to write off some of your earnings or defer some of the taxes you owe until a later date. Obviously, it’s vital that any tax breaks you find are applied within the framework of the law, as failure to comply with state and federal tax laws can result in hefty fines and more serious penalties. However, knowing how to use tools, such as a Delaware Statutory Trust, can help you legally keep your money in your pocket.
How Does a Delaware Statutory Trust Work?
Some real estate investors have long understood the importance of taking advantage of legal tax breaks and tax deferral options. Capital gains taxes, which are owed any time an investor makes a profit from the sale of a property, can lead to a major tax liability that can greatly reduce the profits generated. That’s why we believe it's important that investors consider alternate investment opportunities that are still legal according to the Federal Tax Code. One such example of these legal tax deferral options is a Delaware Statutory Trust. Understanding what these trusts are and how they can provide tax relief is a tool for real estate investors.
The History of Delaware Statutory Trusts
Delaware statutory trusts (DSTs) are independent legal entities created through the Delaware Statutory Trust Act. These trusts hold title to one or more income-producing properties that can include multi-family, retail, office, industrial, and similar commercial real estate assets.
Who Can Invest in a Delaware Statutory Trust?
A Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) is a sophisticated investment option that offers individual investors access to fractional ownership of commercial properties they would not likely be able to own otherwise. The assets held by DSTs are typically similar to properties owned by large institutional investors, including REITs, insurance companies, and retirement funds. Individual investors may also appreciate the eligibility of DST offerings for 1031 exchange transactions, both for entry and exit.
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