The Internal Revenue Service allows you to exchange your tax basis from one qualifying property to another because they view it as simply as moving your equity and debt from an older, appreciated property to a new property. That being said, there are a few key rules that you must understand as you consider a 1031 exchange.
This comprehensive exchange guide was developed to answer all your 1031 related questions...
If you have a quick question try this FAQ. You'll likely find your question and answer listed here...
This interactive tutorial highlights the twelve keys which are critical when executing an exchange...
All 1031 properties must be Like Kind. Learn how the Internal Revenue Service defines Like-Kind with this video.
Equity and Capital Gain are two numbers which will figure prominently in your 1031. Learn their definitions here.
The most common type of 1031 exchange in which you have 45 days to identify property and 180 days to close.
Sometimes an Exchanger is required to buy before they can sell. The reverse logistics are explained here.
Is it possible to improve a replacement property? Yes, but how it is done is critical. This video explains how.
The toughest part of any 1031 exchange is identifying new replacement property. Learn the identification rules here.
ROI Calculator
There will be times you'll want to compare the financial performance of one property with another. Use this tool to test them.