1031 Exchange
Under Internal Revenue Code Section 1031, an investor can defer capital gains and depreciation recapture taxes by reinvesting proceeds from investment or business real property into like-kind real property.
Nashional Investments · Updated October 2026
Educational definition only, not investment, tax or legal advice.
In practice
In a 1031 exchange, small details decide whether the full gain is deferred: the identification deadline, the value and debt you replace, and who holds the sale proceeds. The term 1031 Exchange comes up when we review an exchange or a Delaware Statutory Trust offering with a client. We read the offering memorandum, check the sponsor's track record and fees, and confirm the replacement fits the exchange rules before anything closes.
Common questions.
What does the term 1031 Exchange mean?
Why does 1031 Exchange matter for investors?
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