Defer Capital Gains Tax With 1031 Exchange

If you own property as part of your business and you’re considering selling your company, you may want to think about using that real estate to help you put off paying any capital gains taxes you may owe. The 1031 Exchange has been around for several years. However, many entrepreneurs are not familiar with the ins and outs of this provision of the IRS tax code. Chris Cali is a business attorney and an expert in commercial real estate matters. On this edition of “Deal Talk,” Mr. Cali explains the 1031 Exchange in detail and clarifies which situations and what kinds of property qualify for the provision. The 1031 Exchange may not eliminate taxes, but it could possibly save you tens of thousands through tax deferrals.