A 1031 exchange lets you sell an investment property and roll the proceeds into a like kind replacement without recognizing the gain at sale. Done right, it is one of the most powerful tools in a small portfolio. Done wrong, it triggers the full tax bill plus penalties.
The timeline you cannot break
- Day 0: close on the sale of the relinquished property. Proceeds go to a qualified intermediary, never to you.
- Day 45: identify replacement properties in writing. Usually 3 candidates under the 3 property rule.
- Day 180: close on a replacement, full stop. No extensions.
Where Alex fits
Alex coordinates with two qualified intermediaries he has run multiple exchanges through. On the replacement side, he sources active and off market multifamily candidates that match your equity, debt, and timeline well before the 45 day deadline forces a compromise pick. The plan usually starts 60 to 90 days before the relinquished property hits the market.
Alex is a licensed real estate broker, not a tax advisor. Confirm your specific 1031 strategy with a CPA before signing.
