The Basics of Delaware Statutory Trust (DST)
The Basics of Delaware Statutory Trust (DST)
Last Updated 10 April 2020
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Introduction:
The Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) is an interesting tool that may be appropriate for some real estate investors looking to use a 1031 exchange. We have compiled a series of Impact Bites™ that address the basics of this topic. It can be difficult to find concise information surrounding the DST, and our goal is to provide our clients with specific information in this area. This article will serve as a good place to start to begin learning about this specific tool.
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What is an Accredited Investor?
What is the Duration of a typical DST Holding?
Who Should NOT Be Interested in a DST?
Investment and Tax Benefits of a DST
Multiple Levels of Diversification
How has the 1031 Exchange and DST Market Evolved Over the Years?
DST as a Useful Tool During Times of Crisis
DST as a Real Estate Ownership Tool through Times of Crisis
DST to Facilitate a 1031 Exchange
DST as a Way to Own Investment Real Estate Passively
Brian Lang of Inland Securities Talks Through DST and 1031 Exchange
DST vs. DST – Watch Out for Deferred Sales Trust
Which is more important in a DST: Investment Opportunity or Tax Deferral?
The Most Important Aspect of Retirement Planning
The Differences Between DST and REIT
Overview of DST
What is an Accredited Investor?
What does a DST Do?
What is the duration of a typical DST holding?
Who Should NOT Be Interested in a DST?
Investment and Tax Benefits of a DST
Multiple Levels of Diversification
How to Leverage Debt in a DST
How has the 1031 Exchange and DST Market Evolved Over the Years?
Applications for DST
DST as a Useful Tool During Times of Crisis
DST as a Real Estate Ownership Tool through Times of Crisis
DST to Facilitate a 1031 Exchange
DST as a Way to Own Investment Real Estate Passively
Brian Lang of Inland Securities Talks Through DST and 1031 Exchange
Important Considerations
DST vs. DST – Watch Out for Deferred Sales Trust
Which is more important in a DST: Investment Opportunity or Tax Deferral?
The Most Important Aspect of Retirement Planning
The Differences Between DST and REIT
