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How the IRS Prioritizes Boot Tax for 1031 Exchange Properties; Strategies to Manage Boot (Part 3 of 3)_Tim Vi Tran_Episode 24, Season 1

Dec 20, 2025
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How does the IRS prioritize “boot” for 1031 Exchange Tax—and when might it actually be smart to take boot instead of chasing a perfect tax deferral?

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In this episode, Tim Vi Tran, SIOR, CCIM, breaks down how different types of boot—cash, debt relief, and non–like-kind property—are taxed, why depreciation recapture and capital gains are treated differently, and how the order of taxation affects what you keep in your pocket. You’ll hear practical scenarios for Bay Area commercial real estate owners, when to avoid boot to maximize deferral, when taking boot can improve portfolio fit or liquidity, and a simple “2/3 rule of thumb” for estimating after-tax cash. We’ll also walk through a pre-, during-, and post-exchange checklist so you can better coordinate with your qualified intermediary, CPA, and legal team.

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Disclaimer

All information in this episode, and in related articles, blogs, courses, and case studies, is intended for general education only and not as tax, legal, or investment advice. Always consult licensed tax, legal, accounting, and financial professionals before taking action.

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