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Investors with significant 2024 capital gains can defer taxes until 2026 by investing in Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZs) within 180 days of realizing gains. Beyond tax deferral, investments held for 10+ years may qualify for tax-free appreciation upon sale. Using the example of a $1M gain, investors could defer $238,000 in taxes while supporting community development through affordable housing, business spaces, and local job creation. QOZs offer both tax advantages and social impact opportunities.

Real estate investors can defer capital gains taxes using five strategic approaches: selling in low-income years to benefit from reduced tax rates, using installment sales to spread gains over multiple tax years, contributing to donor-advised funds for immediate tax deductions, employing 1031 exchanges to defer taxes by reinvesting in similar properties, and investing in qualified opportunity zones for both tax deferral and potential tax-free appreciation. These strategies require careful planning and professional guidance from a team of experts to maximize benefits while navigating complex tax regulations.

Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) in 1031 exchanges come with six significant risks investors should consider: market volatility and potential losses, lack of direct control over investment decisions, illiquidity with long holding periods, multiple fees that can reduce returns, potential changes in IRS rulings affecting tax status, and strict operational restrictions known as the "seven deadly sins." While these risks shouldn't necessarily deter investors, success requires careful preparation, thorough due diligence, and guidance from experienced professionals to determine if DSTs align with personal financial goals.