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This article is designed to provide you with a broad introduction to real estate investing, beginning by answering a question that few people and even some seasoned real estate investors cannot fully answer: What is real estate?

Navigating the array of opportunities available to 1031 investors can be overwhelming. Determining the most suitable investment option requires careful consideration and thorough evaluation. Among these options, the Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) has emerged as a favored choice for many investors who meet specific criteria.

A triple net lease (NNN) is a lease agreement on a property where the tenant or lessee is responsible for paying all three “net” expenses – real estate taxes, insurance, and maintenance – in addition to any fees covered by the lease agreement.

The concept of the “Seven Deadly Sins” of a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) refers to specific activities that a DST sponsor must avoid to maintain the trust’s tax-advantaged status under IRS Revenue Ruling 2004-86. These restrictions are crucial for ensuring the DST qualifies for 1031 exchange purposes. In some ways, these rules force sponsor transparency and limit the opportunity for a sponsor to mismanage an asset. However, it can also be restrictive, limit upside potential, and pose challenges for certain investments. Below is a critical examination of these seven prohibitions: