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Section 1031 Exchange: Defer Tax on Investment Real Estate

Can you defer tax when you sell investment property? Often, yes. A Section 1031 exchange lets you defer capital gains tax when you swap real property held for business or investment for like-kind real property. The trade-off: strict deadlines — 45 days to identify a replacement and 180 days to close — and, since 2018,…

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Opening the Door to Alternative Investments in 401(k) Plans: What Employers Must Know

  Are Alternative Investments Coming to Your 401(k)? The regulatory landscape for retirement plans is undergoing massive shifts. Let’s dive into what recent changes mean for offering crypto, real estate, and other alternative assets in company 401(k) plans, balancing employee demand with strict fiduciary risks.   Hey everyone! 👋 Have you ever logged into your…