A 1031 exchange is a powerful tool for tax deferral, but the IRS has strict deadlines and rules you must follow. One of these rules is the 45-day identification period for replacement properties, which can make acquiring a suitable replacement property challenging. Thankfully, you can use a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) as a backup strategy to help you maintain your tax-deferred status. Below, Realized 1031 shares how.
