How 1031 Exchanges Can Support Long-Term Estate and Wealth Transfer Goals

How 1031 Exchanges Can Support Long-Term Estate and Wealth Transfer Goals

A 1031 exchange is often evaluated as a transaction tool. Investors sell a property, reinvest the proceeds, and defer taxes. That framing is incomplete.

Feb 13, 2026 3 min read
Five Steps to a Successful 1031 Exchange

Five Steps to a Successful 1031 Exchange

Learn the critical steps for a successful 1031 exchange to defer taxes and reinvest in like-kind properties with expert guidance from Wealthstone Group.

Feb 03, 2026 2 min read
1031 Exchanges for Succession Planning in Family-Owned Businesses

1031 Exchanges for Succession Planning in Family-Owned Businesses

Succession planning in family-owned businesses is rarely just about ownership. It is about liquidity, fairness among heirs, tax exposure, and the long-term viability of both the business and the family balance sheet.

Jan 28, 2026 3 min read
Common Misunderstandings About the 1031 Exchange Process

Common Misunderstandings About the 1031 Exchange Process

For experienced real estate owners, the 1031 exchange is rarely new. Many have executed one before, or at least evaluated it seriously during a sale.

Jan 24, 2026 4 min read
How to Use an Installment Sale When a 1031 Exchange Fails

How to Use an Installment Sale When a 1031 Exchange Fails

A 1031 exchange is one of the most powerful ways for real estate investors to defer capital gains taxes. But sometimes, even with the best planning, things don’t go as expected.

Jan 10, 2026 4 min read
Understanding Installment Sale Tax Treatment for Real Estate Owners

Understanding Installment Sale Tax Treatment for Real Estate Owners

When you sell a property with a large gain, the tax bill can be significant. Many real estate owners look for ways to reduce the tax impact of a sale without being forced to reinvest immediately or complete a rushed 1031 exchange.

Dec 13, 2025 4 min read
Can You 1031 Exchange Your Second Home or Vacation Property Into a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST)?

Can You 1031 Exchange Your Second Home or Vacation Property Into a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST)?

Owning a second home can be both emotional and financial: it may serve as a retreat, a family gathering place, and a meaningful part of your long-term wealth.

Dec 06, 2025 4 min read
6 Tips for Creating a Comprehensive Financial Plan

6 Tips for Creating a Comprehensive Financial Plan

Building a solid financial plan sets the foundation for achieving your life’s most important goals—from securing retirement and homeownership to growing your investment portfolio.

Oct 25, 2025 2 min read
How to Evaluate Potential DST Properties: Key Metrics to Consider and Questions to Ask

How to Evaluate Potential DST Properties: Key Metrics to Consider and Questions to Ask

Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) offer a compelling entry into high-quality commercial real estate—especially for those executing 1031 exchanges.

Oct 18, 2025 2 min read