1031 Exchange Rules


1031 Exchange Rules

IRS IRC section 1031 stipulates that exchangers must identify potential replacement properties withing 45 days of the close of escrow and acquire said property (or properties ) withing 180 days of the closing of the relinquished property. Furthermore, owners must comply with one of the following rules:

  • The Three-Property Rule - Seller must identify up to a total of three potential replacement properties within the Acquisition Period.

  • The Two Hundred Percent Rule - This rule dictates that, if three or more replacement properties are chosen, their total aggregate value may not exceed 200% of the value of the acquired property at its time of selling.

  • The Ninety-five Percent Exception - Finally, in the event that rules 1 and 2 are null and void, rule 3 takes precedence. This rule states that, if three or more replacement properties are used in the transaction, their total market value must comprise at least 95% of the value of the property being relinquished.

    It is worthy to note that many 1031 exchange owners are drawn to tenants in common exchanges due to the pre-approved financing options available.

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