A Consolidation 1031 Exchange and Why You Need It

If you have several different investment properties, it may be beneficial for you to sell them and invest in a larger property with a consolidation 1031 exchange. If you have been focusing on single family rentals, for example, you may own quite a few smaller properties. But, this can leave you spread over a large area trying to maintain multiple locations. What if you could exchange all of those properties for one large unit such as an office building? The good news is, with consolidation 1031 exchanges, you can!

What is a Consolidation 1031 Exchange?

To put it simply, a consolidation 1031 exchange starts with the sale of investment real estate and ends with the purchase of investment real estate. As long as the property valuations work out, consolidation 1031 exchanges allow you to sell multiple units and combine their value into a larger purchase.

For example, if you have four single-family homes selling for $250,000 each, they could be sold and combined to purchase a property worth $1 million. This does require additional planning as the timing of your sales and replacement purchase must fall within the IRS mandated time frames. Coordinating extended and/or rapid closings with your purchasers and entering into a contract on your replacement property may require extra effort and negotiation.

Why do I need a Consolidation Exchange?

One of the main benefits of using a consolidation 1031 exchange is the deferment of taxes. Typically, when you sell your investment property, any gain is subject to taxation. Also, whether or not you took advantage of the available depreciation deductions while you owned the property, you will still be subject to “depreciation recapture” taxes. However, this is not the case when using a 1031 exchange.

Consolidation 1031 Exchange Example

Some clients of mine recently completed a consolidation 1031 exchange. They sold three properties in the Midwest and replaced them with one higher value vacation rental property in California. First, they identified both their replacement property. Then, they found a purchaser for all three of their original rentals. Then they sold the three original rentals over the course of three weeks. They purchased their replacement property just three weeks later. Not all transactions will happen as neatly or swiftly as theirs, but it is an indication of what advance planning can accomplish.

Consolidation Can Add Up

When you use a consolidation 1031 exchange, you can sell your investment real estate and purchase replacement investment real estate while indefinitely deferring payment of the tax that would normally be due on the sale. This can significantly increase your buying power as well as your opportunities for compound growth and reinvestment.

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Aside from the obvious benefits of having year-round sunshine and beach access, Florida also has the benefit of being a very tax-friendly state. With no income tax and waterfront views at a lower price, it is easy to see why New Yorkers are fleeing the frozen north. According to Businessinsider.com, millionaires from New York can save more than one million in taxes by relocating to Florida. In fact, mansion sales are on the rise in Florida. Florida has certainly come out quite nicely as a result of the recent tax cuts.

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Do I Need An Attorney For A 1031 Exchange?

The IRS statute requires that you use a qualified intermediary (QI) to perform your 1031 exchange. While it is possible for an attorney to provide this service, it doesn’t have to be an attorney and it can’t be an attorney you have utilized for any other matters. This is because the IRS statute also requires […]

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What To Do With Your Slice Of The Pie: 1031 Exchanges And Tenants In Common (TICs)

Tenants In Common (TIC) is a wonderful little arrangement wherein multiple owners each have a deeded interest in a property. That interest is a percentage or portion of the property. But can investors who hold an investment as Tenant in Common still take advantage of a tax deferred 1031 Exchange?

Long answer short: YES! When you sell your TIC, you can each decide what you want to do with your slice of the pie.

  1. You can stay together as one 1031 Exchange or
  2. You can 1031 Exchange your portion while the other(s) to take cash or
  3. You can each do a 1031 Exchange into separate properties with your portion.

You’ve got great flexibility in how you transition out of a property held as tenants in common. Because each situation and investor has unique circumstances, always consult with your financial adviser before proceeding.

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1031 Exchange Qualified Intermediary

1031 Exchange Qualified Intermediary – Local vs. National

Does it matter if you use a local or national 1031 Exchange Qualified Intermediary (QI)? Wouldn’t it be better to select someone you can meet in person? While some investors derive a sense of comfort from proximity, the closest QI may not be the right QI.

To carry out a 1031 Exchange, your QI must be in place before you sell your investment property. The geographic location of your QI is not a critical factor for either documentation preparation or real estate closings.

But what of your peace of mind? These are your hard-earned investment dollars we’re talking about.

No matter their physical location, your QI should be experienced, accessible and dependable. They should be able to guide you through the exchange process and help your exchange glide smoothly along. They should be responsive to inquiries and timely in their communication.

If you are buying and selling within your home city, a local QI should be familiar with that market. However, a well-versed national 1031 Exchange Qualified Intermediary may be better suited to help you carry out an exchange both locally and from state to state. Regardless, a QI with a significant history of successful exchanges may serve you better than one with the ability to drop by for a cup of coffee.

No matter what your preference, to qualify for a 1031 Exchange you must have your local or national QI in place prior to the sale of your investment property.

For more information visit the www.1031investor.com.

Seize the day!

I will never regret the decade we lived on our sailboat, Odysea, while our four boys were young. So thankful that real estate investing combined with the judicious use of both section 121 and 1031 Exchanges allowed us to step off the beaten path and experience the live aboard lifestyle.