Investing in property is one of the most lucrative endeavors you can delve into if you do it right. Tax rules abound for investors when it comes to selling off property, but there is a popular tool to help maximize profits and avoid capital gains tax. A 1031 exchange can do just that is one of the best bets for building foundational real estate wealth.
What is a 1031 exchange?
A 1031 exchange gets its name from Section 1031 of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, which allows an investor to avoid paying capital gains taxes on the sale of an investment property, as long the proceeds are reinvested within certain time limits in a property or properties of equal or greater value. In short, it’s a tax-deferring transaction that can be used in just about
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