Latest articles by Daniel Goodwin
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Four Reasons to Tap Opportunity Zones Before They Expire
As a provision in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, opportunity zones could sunset at the end of 2026, but there’s still time to maximize major tax benefits.
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1031 Exchanges: A Matter of Life and Death?
It pays to take the long view — sometimes the very, very long view — in examining 1031 exchanges.
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11 Reasons to Consider a 1031 Exchange
Deferring capital gains taxes might be at the top of the list, but growing your portfolio and your wealth and helping with estate planning are also compelling reasons.
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Delaware Statutory Trust: A Viable Alternative to Debt Replacement
Using a DST would not only meet the debt replacement requirement in a 1031 exchange, but the DST could also help the investor diversify their portfolio.
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One Way to Stay Ahead of Inflation: Qualified Opportunity Funds
QOFs based in areas with a long history of successful oil and gas production in the U.S. and with their advantage of deferring capital gains taxes (and in some cases eliminating them) could be a winning hedge for your investment portfolio.
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Why Now Could Be a Good Time to Invest in Oil and Gas
Demand for energy is strong and supply has gotten low, and while clean energy is making strides, it’ll take a while before it dominates. Here are three ways to invest in oil and gas.
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Qualified Opportunity Zones With an Energy Boost
The energy sector, where investors can combine qualified opportunity fund perks with oil and gas direct investment tax benefits, is one of the more appealing and lesser-understood QOZ offerings available.
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Tax-Smart Strategies for Capital Gains in 2023
Using 1031 exchanges and qualified opportunity zones to reinvest the proceeds from the sale of an appreciated asset can defer and sometimes eliminate capital gains taxes.
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Pros and Cons of Deferring Taxes With a 721 Exchange
721 exchanges, or UPREITs, can be an excellent tax mitigation strategy for real estate investors, though they’re not perfect for everyone.
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Can I 1031 into a Qualified Opportunity Zone?
There is a short answer and a long, interesting answer that could save investors thousands of dollars. Let’s explore the ins and outs to help you make the best call for your investment dollars.
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Opportunity Zones in 2023: A Look Back, a Look Forward
Is now the perfect storm for investors? Don’t take your eye off the ball — investing in opportunity zones is well situated to offer meaningful tax benefits to knowledgeable investors.
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The 1031 Exchange Rules You Need to Know
Taxes are an inevitable part of investing in real estate. You can, however, defer or avoid paying capital gains taxes by following some simple rules of a 1031 exchange. Yes, you read that correctly!
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Opportunity Zones and Inflation: What Investors Want to Know
Given the backdrop of inflation, rising interest rates and a possible recession in 2023, what can opportunity zones do for investors?
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Three Deadly Sins of Delaware Statutory Trusts
DSTs can be highly attractive to real estate investors, but it’s imperative to temper expectations and consider the big picture before diving in.
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How to Invest in Qualified Opportunity Zones: Step-By-Step
An expert in QOZ programs walks us through how to benefit from some significant tax-deferral opportunities (and, if you hold your investment long enough, tax-free gains!).
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What Are Qualified Opportunity Zones? Important Details for Investors
real estate investing Investing in blighted or up-and-coming “opportunity zones” offers some significant tax-deferral opportunities, and if you hold your investment for 10 years, your gains could be 100% tax free.
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Drop and Swap 1031 Exchange: A Guide for Real Estate Investors
real estate investing The tax benefits of real estate investing are attractive, and one way to keep the good times rolling for partnerships is through a drop and swap 1031 exchange.
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Qualified Opportunity Zones vs. 1031 Exchanges
real estate investing When it comes to real estate investing through qualified opportunity zones and 1031 exchanges, inquiring minds want to know which one is right for them.
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5 Types of Investors Who Should NOT Do a Delaware Statutory Trust
real estate investing Delaware Statutory Trusts, or DSTs, solve a lot of problems for real estate investors interested in a 1031 exchange … but they’re not right for everyone.
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The Problem With Today’s Hot Real Estate Investment Market
real estate investing With prices this high, it’s tempting to cash out of a real estate investment right now. But if you want to do a 1031 exchange to avoid a tax hit, you could have a big problem on your hands. Here’s what that problem is, and how a Delaware Statutory Trust could help solve it.
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Qualified Opportunity Zone Investing 101
real estate investing This type of real estate investing offers significant tax breaks on capital gains for the right investors. Could that be you? Check out this case study to see how it works.
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How 2 Physicians Built Retirement Wealth in Real Estate Through a 1031 Exchange
real estate investing A brother-sister team amassed millions in rental properties, but when life got too busy, they were shocked at the tax bill they’d owe if they sold. Their solution? A 1031 Exchange and a Delaware Statutory Trust.
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58-Year-Old Landlord Says Goodbye to Tenants
Tax Breaks How Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) are helping retirees find time and freedom. Here's one couple’s story of gaining their freedom by quitting the landlord biz – without paying a massive tax bill.
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How a DST Solved One Landlord’s Million-Dollar Problem
real estate investing Considering that 10,000 Americans turn 65 every day in America, 1031 Exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) are entering a golden era as more landlords look for a way to retire from the biz without a big tax bill.
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