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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Overview of a 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 a 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


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