Understanding 721 Exchanges (UPREIT) and 1031 Exchanges
For investors considering a tax-deferred exchange, a 721 Exchange (UPREIT) may be one option worth evaluating as part of their overall investment strategy. The first step is to invest in a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST). Imagine you sell a property and want to defer taxes. A DST lets you invest in a big professionally managed property like a class a apartment building or industrial building alongside other investors. You own a piece without the hassle of managing it. You can choose a DST created by a REIT company that has an option to buy the property [...]