Compare a 1031 like-kind exchange against a straight sale side by side. See exactly how much tax you defer, what replacement property you need, your deadlines, and whether the exchange actually makes financial sense for your situation.
Your sale details
Enter your property information to model both scenarios.
What you originally paid for the property
Total depreciation claimed over years of ownership
Typically 4-8% of sale price
Enter as percentage (e.g. 7.25 for 7.25%)
Straight Sale
Sale proceeds
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Depreciation recapture tax
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Federal capital gains tax
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State capital gains tax
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Total tax burden
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Net cash after tax
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1031 Exchange
Tax deferred
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Boot (taxable portion)
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Min. replacement property value
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Equity to reinvest
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Tax paid at exchange
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Net advantage vs. sale
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⚠ Critical 1031 Deadlines
Sale / closing date
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45-day identification deadline
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180-day exchange completion deadline
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Missing either deadline eliminates the exchange. Work with a Qualified Intermediary before closing on the relinquished property.
Should you do the 1031 exchange?
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Also model your real estate separation. If the property is tied to an operating business, see four disposition scenarios including sale-leaseback and retention.
Fill in your sale details on the left and click Model my 1031 exchange to see the straight sale vs. exchange comparison, tax deferred, required replacement property, and your critical deadlines.
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