1031 Exchanges Explained: How Real Estate Investors Defer Capital Gains Taxes

About this episode

This episode explains 1031 exchanges and how real estate investors can defer capital gains taxes.

Selling real estate doesn’t have to mean handing a big check to the IRS. In this episode of 15 Minutes of Finance, we break down 1031 exchanges: What they are, how they work, and how real estate investors can legally defer capital gains taxes when selling investment property. We’re joined by Adam Nishikawa, a 1031 Qualified Intermediary, who walks us through: - What qualifies for a 1031 exchange - Common mistakes that disqualify exchanges - Timing rules you must follow - Who should (and should not) consider a 1031 - How a qualified intermediary fits into the process Learn more about Adam and 1031 exchanges: Website: http://www.ax1031.com Instagram: @1031withadam

People in this episode

Hosts: James Walters, Brandon West

Guest: Adam Nishikawa

Topics covered

• 1031 exchanges
• real estate investing
• capital gains tax
• qualified intermediary
• investment property

Keywords

• 1031 exchange
• capital gains tax
• real estate
• investment property
• qualified intermediary
• tax deferral
• real estate investing

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: IRS, ax1031.com, Instagram

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