“Related party” may sound like a straightforward concept, but in a 1031 exchange, it can be anything but.
It’s easy to think of related parties as simply members of the same family. But Section 1031 takes a broader view, and those relationships can affect how an exchange is structured and whether special rules apply.
Certain transactions between related parties are subject to additional requirements, including rules that can come into play if the exchanged properties are disposed of within two years.
That makes one step especially important:
Understand the ownership relationships before structuring the exchange.
Ask yourself:
Who actually owns the property?
What individuals or entities sit behind those ownership interests?
What relationships exist among the parties involved?
Identifying a potential related-party issue early can help avoid surprises later.
Before the 1031 exchange is designed, understand who is connected to whom and how those connections may impact the transaction.
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