IPX1031® Insight Blog

updated November 2023 Tax Straddling - Pay Taxes in 2024 or 2025? When a 1031 Exchange is opened in the latter part of the year, a seasonal treat worth mentioning is “tax-straddling.” If that exchange is successfully completed, those taxpayers defer taxes to receive...

Nationwide, fraud and cybercrime continue to escalate. In our recent research, Americans shared that 1 in 3 have been victims of identity theft and 55% have been victims of scams. Unfortunately, incidents are trending upward, which is impacting commercial real estate...

IPX1031’s latest report provides insights into Americans’ 2023 travel plans and breaks down the U.S. airports with the most cancellations and delays.

UPDATED 10/17/2023 ​The 45 Day and 180 Day Postponements Today, our 1031 trade association, the FEA (Federation of Exchange Accommodators) stated:The IRS further postponed the 10/16/2023 tax deadlines for most of California to 11/16/23. This surprise announcement was...

New data from IPX1031 ranks the best cities in the U.S. for hybrid workers and provides insights into Americans’ working preferences.

NEW for 2023 - Essential 1031 Exchange Reminders   School is back in session and autumn has arrived. It’s a perfect time to review some key 1031 Exchange reminders: 1031 is not a tax loophole. Section 1031 has been in the tax code for almost a century as a recognized...

Referenced in:The rapid change from employees working exclusively in offices to working part of the time at home has resulted in challenges and opportunities for real estate investors. Areas that are attractive to hybrid workers are experiencing an increase in prices...

New data from IPX1031 ranks the best cities in the U.S. for hybrid workers and provides insights into Americans’ working preferences.

New data from IPX1031 ranks the best cities in the U.S. for hybrid workers and provides insights into Americans’ working preferences.

For 2023, here are our latest top misconceptions we've found that the public has about 1031 Exchanges. “Like-Kind” Property Reverse Replacement Property Partial Exchange Improvements Disaster Relief Extensions ID Deadlines & Extensions Vacation and Second Homes...

New data from IPX1031 ranks the best cities in the U.S. for hybrid workers and provides insights into Americans’ working preferences.

Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid announces partnership with Investment Property Exchange Services, Inc. (IPX1031®) to showcase new 1031 Exchange educational content.

Underperforming real estate assets come in many varieties – dilapidated or outdated properties in need of maintenance or major updates, properties with high vacancy rates, properties with poor location - just to name a few.  By utilizing a 1031 Exchange investment...

New data from IPX1031 provides insights into Americans’ opinions on traditional shopping malls and what they want to see done with the closed-down retail space.

Mark and Mary are selling their apartment building and are excited to make a substantial gain. Their CPA recommended structuring the sale as a 1031 Exchange in order to defer their taxes. They plan on using their gains to diversify their portfolio and purchase three...

Updated for 2023  2023 Tax Year Reminders For the 2023 calendar year, taxes are due on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 instead of April 15th.  Americans get 3 extra days this year because tax day cannot be on a weekend and Washington, D.C. observes the Emancipation Day...

1031 Exchanges permit taxpayers to defer the taxes that arise from the sale of investment or business real estate.  An exchange is a powerful tool for those involved in agriculture such as farmers, corporate farm owners, ranchers, institutional investors, and...

New data from IPX1031 provides insights into Americans’ preferences and opinions on vacation rental property policies and practices in 2023.

Reverse 1031 Solutions Rapidly rising interest rates have had an immediate impact regarding how transactions are financed and closed. Despite this challenging environment, investors are actively utilizing 1031 Exchanges to strategically structure their transactions to...

New research from IPX1031 reveals which states are the biggest procrastinators when it comes to filing taxes in 2022.

2023 is underway! Below are key trends, issues and points regarding 1031 Exchanges and commercial real estate.  1031 Exchange Trends and Market Update 2023 The recurring question is, after a robust 2022 for Commercial Real Estate and 1031 Exchange transactions,...

Americans’ 2023 travel plans and vacation home ownership

For 1031 Exchanges started at the latter part of the year, the timeline to complete the exchange within 180 days is shortened.

Renting vs. Home Buying in America

Using Multiple Tax Code Sections For Maximizing Your Money An effective way to minimize one’s tax liability is by combining the benefits of multiple tax code sections. In the 1031 Exchange industry, a way we see this strategy utilized is with the guidance provided in...

Referenced in:If you close your eyes and imagine your dream home, where would it be? On the beach or in the city? What would it look like? Maybe you prefer new construction while others would like a cozy renovation project.Here at IPX1031, we surveyed more than 1,000...

For 2022, here are our latest top misconceptions we've found that the public has about 1031 Exchanges. Vacation and Second Homes Qualify The Term “Like-Kind” Net Sales Proceeds Reinvesting Proceeds Replacing Debt Equal or Greater Than Improvements Related Parties Last...

NEW Pennsylvania Law to Recognize 1031 State Tax Deferral Unlike other states, when real estate was sold,  Pennsylvania did not permit taxpayers to defer state taxes via a 1031 Exchange - only federal taxes could be deferred. This changed on July 8, 2022, when...

Referenced in:We found the most disproportionately popular search terms relating to Airbnb rentals across the U.S. We also found the most desired Airbnb amenities in every state.Summer is here and that means Americans are ready to vacation. Demand for travel is once...

New research from IPX1031 reveals which states are the biggest procrastinators when it comes to filing taxes in 2022.

Referenced in:As Americans prepare their tax returns this year, it’s important to be on the lookout for any signs of suspicious activity in order to avoid becoming a victim of identity theft. In 2021, there were more than 1.4 million reports of identity theft across...