10/08/2026
What if your next 1031 exchange could keep you invested in real estate without the tenant calls, repair requests, and leasing headaches? A Delaware Statutory Trust, or DST, can offer eligible investors a way to exchange into professionally managed real estate while stepping away from many of the day-to-day responsibilities of being a landlord.
With a DST, you purchase a beneficial interest in real estate owned by the trust rather than managing an individual rental property yourself. A professional sponsor typically handles property operations, leasing, maintenance, and other management responsibilities.
For real estate investors who have spent years dealing with tenants, vacancies, contractors, and unexpected repairs, this type of passive real estate investment may be worth exploring. DSTs are commonly considered by investors looking for potential replacement property options during a 1031 tax-deferred exchange.
A Delaware Statutory Trust can also provide access to institutional-quality commercial real estate that may be difficult for an individual investor to purchase directly. However, DST investments come with their own risks, fees, restrictions, and suitability considerations, so it is important to review the offering carefully with your tax, legal, and financial professionals.
If you're considering selling an investment property and want to learn more about 1031 exchange options, passive ownership, and DST real estate investing, this video is a great place to start.
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