Overview – An IRC §1031 tax deferred exchange allows owners of real estate to defer the recognition of a capital gains tax they would have recognized when they sold their property so long as they reinvest in other “like-kind” real property. Tax deferred exchanges are not new – they have been available in one form … Read more
1031 Exchanges are excellent tools to reduce income taxes. Known both as “tax free exchanges” and “1031 exchanges” (based upon the enabling section of the federal income tax code) this tool allows investors to sell real estate without paying income taxes (at the time of sale). Real estate owners or investors expecting to acquire property … Read more
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
This article discusses the consequences of late tax returns to individuals; what you should do and what you should consider to get back on track. The article is written for the layperson — it is not intended to be technical in nature, nor discuss all the aspects of tax planning one should consider. It addresses … Read more