Post Tax Reform – Refresher Points for 1031 Exchanges

Tax Reform is behind us and we are happy to report that Section 1031 remains in the Tax Code. Now that investors and businesses have seen the details of the tax legislation, interest in structuring real estate transactions as 1031 tax deferred exchanges has seen great...

1031 Exchange Updates & Impacts for 2018

Be sure to read our current 1031 Exchange Trends for 2022. And read past trends  1031 Exchange Trends for 2021,  1031 Exchange Trends for 2020, 1031 Exchange Trends 2019,   1031 Exchange Trends for 2017 and 1031 Exchange Trends for 2016.   1031 Updates & Trends...

Impact of the Tax Cut and Jobs Act on Sec. 1031

The Tax Cut and Jobs Act was signed into law on December 22, 2017, and took effect on January 1, 2018.  It is a complex modification to the Internal Revenue Code that will take some time to fully understand, notwithstanding that it became effective just nine days...

The Effect of the New Tax Reform Bill on Real Estate

It appears that House and Senate have reconciled the differences between their respective tax bills and a vote on the final bill may occur by the end of this week.  According to the Washington based non-profit public policy organization, The Real Estate Roundtable,...

How Did 1031 Fare in Tax Reform?

To keep your holiday season merry and bright, here are key 1031 updates and reminders: How Did 1031 Fare in Tax Reform? It’s official. The tax reform bill was passed in Congress and will become law effective 2018 once signed by the President. The very good news is...

Where is Sec 1031 in the Tax Reform Bills?

Both the House and Senate versions of the proposed “Tax Cut and Jobs Act” would retain Section 1031 Like-Kind exchanges in present form, but only for real estate assets. Both would repeal Section 1031 for tangible and intangible personal property, art and...

Senate Tax Reform Bill Draft Released

The Senate released a “conceptual” draft of its Tax Reform bill last evening.  Like the House bill, the Senate proposal retains Section 1031 Like-Kind exchanges, in present form, for real estate assets only.  It repeals Section 1031 for tangible and intangible...

Proposed Like-Kind Exchange Limitation Raises Mismatch Concerns

By Nathan J. Richman,  Nov. 7, 2017 “The limitation on like-kind exchanges proposed in the House Republicans' tax reform bill raises several mismatch questions when compared to the temporary expensing provision regarding timing and property classification, potentially...

Tax Reform Bill Draft Released Today

Today (November 2, 2017), Congress released the draft tax reform bill. The “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” preserves a crucial benefit for real-estate investors – the ability to make tax deferred like-kind exchanges for real estate under IRC Section 1031.   The bill would...

Happy 10-31?

Is 10-31’s Grim Reaper here on our most sacred day? The House’s new tax reform bill will be released November 1st and the Senate’s shortly thereafter. Tell Congress to NOT let 1031 Rest in Peace. Celebrate 10-31 Day by sending or re-sending letters. Take 60 seconds to...

NO TRICK: A Treat for Unsuccessful 1031 Exchanges!

updated May 2020 Be sure to read Tax Straddling – Pay Taxes in 2020 or 2021? Tax Straddling A treat from the IRS? Taxpayers should not be spooked if they are unable to complete their 1031 Exchanges. A treat may exist for a calendar-year taxpayer who initiates a 1031...

Combination Exchanges

When a taxpayer intends to acquire multiple Replacement Properties, with some properties closing before the Relinquished Property sale and some properties closing after, both the Forward and Reverse Exchange structures can be combined to maximize the tax deferral. ...

1031 Tax Reform Update

September 2017 Labor Day has come, bringing with it fond memories of summer vacations and days at the beach. How did IPX1031 spend its summer? Working to save §1031 like-kind exchanges, of course! Our President, John Wunderlich, and General Counsel, Suzanne Goldstein...

IPX1031 President Meets with Chairman Brady to Save 1031 Exchanges

Recently IPX1031 President, John Wunderlich, was summoned to a private meeting by US Representative Kevin Brady, Chair of the Ways and Means Committee, to discuss the benefits that 1031 exchanges provide for the economy. John asked Evan Liddiard, Senior Policy...

Tax Reform That Kills Like-Kind Swaps a Red Flag for Farmers

Reproduced with permission from Daily Tax Report, 104 DTR G-3 (June 1, 2017). Copyright 2017 by The Bureau of National Affairs, Inc. (800-372-1033) http://www.bna.com By Allyson Versprille | May 31, 2017 08:01PM ET | Bloomberg BNA IPX1031's General Counsel, Suzanne...

Introducing the New IPX1031.com

June 2017 IPX1031 (Investment Property Exchange Services, Inc.) - your 1031 Exchange solution provider - is thrilled to announce our brand new website! Come check out our easy to use site and find 1031 value adds geared directly to you! What’s NEW: Capital Gains...

IPX1031 President Meets with Chairman Brady to Save 1031 Exchanges

Recently our IPX1031 President, John Wunderlich, was summoned to a private meeting by US Representative Kevin Brady, Chair of the Ways and Means Committee, to discuss the benefits that 1031 exchanges provide for the economy. John asked Evan Liddiard, Senior Policy...

IPX1031 President Meets with Chairman Brady to Save 1031 Exchanges

Recently our IPX1031 President, John Wunderlich, was summoned to a private meeting by US Representative Kevin Brady, Chair of the Ways and Means Committee, to discuss the benefits that 1031 exchanges provide for the economy. John asked Evan Liddiard, Senior Policy...

Advocates Aim to Preserve Like-Kind Exchange in Tax Reform

by Emily L. Foster, Tax Analysts, Tax Notes, May 8, 2017, pp. 726-730 Practitioners and industry advocates aim to preserve the coveted like-kind exchange tax-deferred treatment that could be threatened if Congress considers revenue-raising ideas proposed by former...

Republican Tax Reform Plan Puts 1031 Exchanges On The Chopping Block

Travis Gonzalez, Bisnow In June 2016, while Americans were focused on the presidential election, a Republican task force unveiled a 35-page blueprint for tax reform. Dubbed “A Better Way,” the reform attempts to overhaul tax policy and to stimulate the economy through...

Ways & Means Considers Abolishing 1031 Exchanges

  Soon, 1031 exchanges may be eliminated under current tax reform proposals. While recent studies have shown 1031 exchanges benefit taxpayers, businesses and the economy, Representatives on the Ways and Means Committee are considering striking Section 1031 from...

House Chairman Moves to End 1031 Exchanges – ACT NOW

updated May 2020 The Tax Cut and Jobs Act was signed into law on December 22, 2017, and took effect on January 1, 2018. Read about the impact the Tax Cut and Jobs Act had on Sec. 1031 here. Soon, 1031 exchanges may be eliminated under current tax reform proposals....

Hope for Taxpayers Sailing Outside the Reverse Exchange Safe Harbor

A “reverse” exchange occurs when the taxpayer acquires the replacement property before transferring the relinquished property. A “pure” reverse exchange, where the taxpayer owns both the relinquished and replacement properties at the same time, is not permitted. As a...

1031 Exchange Trends for 2017

Be sure to read our current 1031 Exchange Trends for 2022. And read past trends  1031 Exchange Trends for 2021, 1031 Exchange Trends for 2020, 1031 Exchange Trends for 2019,  1031 Exchange Updates & Impacts 2018,  and 1031 Exchange Trends for 2016 January 2016...

May Your 1031 & Holidays Be Merry & Bright

‘Tis the season. To keep everything merry and bright, here are a few key 1031 updates and general reminders. Happiest of holidays from IPX1031®. 1031 End of Year Reminders - Tax straddling may be a viable option for you if you are currently considering a 1031...

Tax Straddling for 2016-17

updated October 2020 Be sure to read Tax Straddling – Pay Taxes in 2021 or 2022? If a taxpayer successfully completes a 1031 Exchange, major benefits include deferral of taxes and the ability to invest all of their equity. However, if a taxpayer is not able to...

Op-Ed: Lee: Small businesses need smart tax policies

Houston Chronicle recently ran an Op-Ed by Randy Lee. Says small businesses are the backbone of the American economy accounting for 99.7% of all US employers. 1031 exchanges utilized through small businesses ultimately bring higher growth and more revenues for the...

Thank You from IPX1031®

To our many friends and clients. We want to say thank you. Thank you for your business. Thank you for your trust, confidence and loyalty. Happy Thanksgiving from IPX1031®. May the good things of life be yours in abundance, not only at Thanksgiving but throughout the...

10/31 Tricks and Treats

Fourth Quarter 1031 Tip If you are a calendar year taxpayer and you begin a 1031 Exchange during the 4th quarter of 2016, your 180 day deadline for completing the exchange will fall in 2017 — the next tax year. Timing is crucial for your tax reporting. To properly...

2 Is Better Than 1: A 1031 Win with Dual Use Property

If you are thinking of selling your dual use property – a primary residence property which is also used for business or investment purposes – you may qualify for the benefits of two sections of the Internal Revenue Tax Code. By combining IRC Sections 121 and 1031 in...

1031 Tax Reform Update – October 2016

While the Presidential campaigns continue to duke it out, we and our industry association, the Federation of Exchange Accommodators (FEA), have been busy educating the candidates about the importance of Section 1031 like-kind exchanges. In September, 26 members of the...

1031 Exchanges & Condo De-conversions

September 2016 The saying “what is old is new again” is perfectly illustrated with the latest real estate trend. For decades developers have purchased apartment buildings and then converted and sold the apartments as individual condominiums to meet demand for...

IPX1031® Expands Northwest Region with New Talent

Portland, OR – [September 22, 2016] – Investment Property Exchange Services, Inc. (IPX1031®) has strengthened its Pacific Northwest operation with new talent this month in a response to growth in the marketplace. In addition to enhancing its exchange coordination...

Letter on 1031 Benefits Sent to Donald J. Trump

A letter in support of section 1031 and signed by 26 real estate, forestry, farm, and land conservation organizations was sent to Donald J. Trump today. Click here to read the Trump letter. The letter is signed by 26 real estate, forestry, farm, and land conservation...

Letter on 1031 Benefits Sent to Hillary Rodham Clinton

A letter in support of section 1031 and signed by 26 real estate, forestry, farm, and land conservation organizations was sent to Hillary Rodham Clinton today. Click here to read the Clinton letter. The letter is signed by 26 real estate, forestry, farm, and land...

Top 5 Challenges to Avoid in a 1031 Exchange

When setting up or completing a 1031 Exchange taxpayers need to be mindful of the rules and procedures set forth in the tax code. These are five of the common mistakes that occur: 1) Not looking for Replacement Property soon enough. 2) Not starting a 1031 Exchange in...

Opportunities of the 1031 Exchange

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1031 Tax Reform Update – GOP’s A Better Way

Last Friday, on June 24, 2016, House Ways & Means Chairman Kevin Brady (R-TX), flanked by his predecessor, Speaker of the House Paul Ryan (R-WI), announced what informally has been called the GOP’s “Blueprint for Tax Reform.” The official title of this ambitious...

Key Steps to Ensure a Successful Reverse Exchange

As the name implies, a 1031 Reverse Exchange is the opposite of a 1031 Delayed/Forward Exchange.  In a Reverse Exchange, new replacement property is acquired before the investor sells their old relinquished property.  While this structure is more complex than a...

Like-Kind Exchanges are a Model for All Capital Gains

Americans for Tax Reform recently posted about the strengths of 1031 Exchanges and how in a perfect world, capital gains should be treated the same as like-kind exchanges: Like-kind exchanges, a provision existing under section 1031 of the tax code allows an investor...

1031 Tax Reform Update – June 2016

We at IPX1031® have been busy furthering the Section 1031 education and awareness campaign. Since the beginning of the year, our President, John Wunderlich, and our General Counsel, Suzanne Goldstein Baker, along with colleagues in the FEA (our industry association)...

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IPX1031® Expands Northwest Region with New Talent

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