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Shortage of Affordable Rental Housing in the U.S. Continues

The average apartment rent has grown a lot faster than paychecks for many households. As a result, nearly half (47 percent) of the households—20.8 million—who rent their housing in the U.S. spent more than 30 percent of their income on rent in 2016, the most recent period for which data is available.

1031 Exchanges: 10 Things to Know

1031 Exchanges: 10 Things to Know

So, what is 1031? Broadly stated, a 1031 exchange (also called a like-kind exchange or a Starker) is a swap of one investment property for another. Special rules apply when depreciable property is exchanged in a 1031. Such complications are why you need professional help when you’re doing a 1031. Here are 10 things you should know.