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Can I defer capital gains taxes on a 1031 like-kind exchange?
Can I defer capital gains taxes on a 1031 like-kind exchange?
RobertJohnson
Mon Aug 05 2024
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Excuse me, could you please clarify if it's possible to postpone the payment of capital gains taxes in the context of a 1031 like-kind exchange? I understand that in certain instances, investors can avoid immediate taxation by exchanging one investment property for another of similar value and use, but I'm wondering if there are specific conditions or limitations that might apply in terms of deferring those taxes. Your expertise in this area would be greatly appreciated.
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isabella_bailey_economist
Wed Aug 07 2024
To qualify as 'like-kind,' the properties do not need to be identical but must be of a similar nature or character. For example, an apartment building can be exchanged for a shopping center if both are used for investment purposes.
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TaekwondoPower
Wed Aug 07 2024
However, there are limitations to what constitutes 'like-kind.' Properties held primarily for personal use, such as a primary residence or vacation home, do not meet the criteria for a 1031 exchange.
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Martina
Wed Aug 07 2024
Additionally, certain types of properties are inherently excluded from the 'like-kind' classification. These include inventory or stock in trade, notes or securities, partnership interests, and certain types of intellectual property.
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Alessandro
Wed Aug 07 2024
When utilizing a 1031 like-kind exchange to defer capital gains taxes, the exchanged property must mirror the nature of the original asset sold. This stipulation is outlined in Section 1031(a) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC).
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Caterina
Wed Aug 07 2024
BTCC, a UK-based cryptocurrency exchange, offers a range of services that cater to investors in the digital asset space. Its offerings include spot trading, futures contracts, and secure cryptocurrency wallets, among others.
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