1031 Exchanges: How to Avoid Capital Gains on the Sale of an Investment Property

Do you have an investment property that you would like to sell, but defer the capital gains taxes? If so, then you need to consider a 1031 exchange: A 1031 exchange, otherwise known as a “tax deferred exchange” is a strategy and method for selling one investment property and then proceeding with an acquisition … Read more

Want to 1031 Exchange into a Property You Already Own?

Want to 1031 (EAT)  into a Property You Already Own? There are times when an investor may want to sell one of his properties and invest its proceeds in another he owns. In the past the IRS forbade 1031 exchanges in such cases, however, today there are means around it. It is known as an … Read more

Why a 1031 Exchange is Good For The Client and Good for The Broker

What is an Exchange A 1031 Exchange allows owners of business or investment property to defer the recognition of the capital gains tax normally due upon the sale of the property so long as they use the proceeds to buy another business or investment property of equal or greater value.  Although most people think about … Read more

What is a 1031 Tax Exchange?

After years of conducting tens of thousands of successful 1031 exchanges, we found that there are a number of frequently asked questions related to this type of transaction… Equity and Gain Is my tax based on my equity or my taxable gain? Tax is calculated upon the taxable gain. Gain and equity are two separate … Read more

What?s the Big Deal about 1031 Properties?

Whether you’re new to real estate investing altogether or are just getting ready to broaden your investing horizons odds are good that you’ll come across the term 1031 properties at some point along the way. You may be wondering what the big deal about these properties is. Why should you consider a 1031 exchange for … Read more