Unlocking the Power of DSTs: A Smart Solution for Property Owners Facing Capital Gains Tax

As a property owner, you’re likely familiar with the challenge of capital gains taxes when selling a property. You’ve built equity over time, but selling means facing significant taxes, and you may be hesitant to take that step. Fortunately, there’s a way to sell your property, defer those taxes, and continue to generate income from… Continue reading Unlocking the Power of DSTs: A Smart Solution for Property Owners Facing Capital Gains Tax

Why Use a Delaware Statutory Trust?

In the investing world, knowledge is power. Having a deep understanding of what you’re investing in and why won’t eliminate all risk, but it will help you feel confident in the decisions you make about your investments. As powerful as knowledge is, it can be difficult to obtain — especially when it comes to seemingly… Continue reading Why Use a Delaware Statutory Trust?

Is it Time to Retire from Being a Landlord?

Reaching retirement is a time to celebrate and redefine yourself beyond your career. You can rekindle passions, focus on health and wellness, and spend more time with loved ones. However, planning for retirement, especially as a landlord, can be complex, and can involve selling rental property. While rental income is valuable, managing properties once retired… Continue reading Is it Time to Retire from Being a Landlord?

Property Management Headaches? Consider a DST.

Let’s face it: active management is a challenge. Although often considered a passive investment, owning rental properties requires a lot of attention, time, and yes, money. Facing the terrible Ts — Tenants, Toilets, Trash, Turmoil, Termites!

5 Things Every Investor Should Know About DSTs for 1031 Exchanges

Savvy real estate investors know about the 1031 Exchange. This swap of one real estate investment property for another is a part of the tax code — it gets its name from section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC). A 1031 Exchange is a powerful tool for landlords and other real estate investors: when an investor wants to sell an appreciated property and buy another, it can cause capital gains taxes to be realized.