Calculate the total costs of your 1031 exchange and compare them to your tax savings.
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Sell first, then buy - most common type
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Professional fees and closing costs
Typical range: $500 - $2,500
Typical range: $2,000 - $5,000
Typical range: $1,200 - $2,500
Typical range: $2,000 - $5,000
Typical range: $3,000 - $10,000 (varies by property value and location)
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Applies to high-income earners (>$200k single, >$250k married)
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A 1031 exchange involves several professional services and fees. The Qualified Intermediary (QI) is mandatory for any exchange. Legal fees cover contract preparation. Tax professional fees include planning and Form 8824 preparation. Additional costs may include inspections, appraisals, and financing fees.
Most investors should budget 2-5% of their property value for exchange costs. Standard exchanges typically cost $5,000-$15,000 for properties under $1 million. Reverse and improvement exchanges are more complex and generally cost more.
Exchange costs are incurred at different times throughout the process. QI fees are typically due at the beginning. Legal fees may be split between setup and closing. Title and escrow fees are paid at the replacement property closing.
For most investors, yes. If you're deferring $50,000 in taxes and your exchange costs are $8,000, you net $42,000 in tax savings. That's a 525% return on your exchange investment. Use this calculator to determine if the ROI makes sense.
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