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What Is a 1031 Exchange?

By Kristi WaterworthUpdated Feb 22, 2025 at 10:44 AM

Key Points

  • A 1031 exchange lets you swap investment properties tax-free, enhancing your investment funds.
  • Only "like-kind" investment properties qualify for 1031 exchanges, not personal residences.
  • Delayed 1031 exchanges allow property swaps when immediate matches aren't available.

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