EXCHANGE MECHANICS

Qualified trust

Also called: 1031 qualified trust

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PLAIN-ENGLISH DEFINITION

A trust arrangement meeting specified safe-harbor requirements for deferred exchange funds.

What it means in practice.

A qualified trust can be used under the regulations to restrict the taxpayer’s rights to exchange proceeds.

Why it matters.

The exact structure should be reviewed by tax counsel and the parties administering the exchange.

Additional notes.

A qualified trust can be used under the regulations to restrict the taxpayer’s rights to exchange proceeds.

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