Which kind of 1031 fits you?

Five quick answers. See which exchange type fits, what it costs, and where people get burned.

Timing: what happens first?

Done being a landlord?

Build or fix the new one with 1031 money?

Split it up / leave to several heirs?

Equity to reinvest

Accredited investor? (net worth over $1M not counting your home, or income over $200K / $300K with spouse for 2 years)

Best fit for you

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Estimated cost of the best fit —
Good fits0
Possible, with care0

Costs are estimates from industry sources, not quotes. "Usually / thường" means common practice, not a rule in the tax code. Not tax, legal or investment advice. Ask a CPA, your Qualified Intermediary and, for DSTs, a licensed securities advisor.

All 7 options, best fit first

Common mistake: "A DST is just an easy 1031, no landlord work." The no-landlord part is real. But a DST is a security. Usually only accredited investors can buy, upfront costs often run 10–18% of your money, and you usually can't get out early. You give up control too.

Next steps

First check the property qualifies at all: T220.
Delayed exchange? Run the numbers in T27 and plan your 45-day list in T221.
Is a 1031 even worth it versus paying the tax, or holding until death? Compare in T222.
Pick the QI (or exchange accommodation titleholder for reverse) with T226, then put every date on the calendar with T227.

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