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US Section 1031 Like-Kind Exchange Tax Deferral Calculator 2026

Calculate deferred capital gains taxes, unrecaptured Section 1250 depreciation recapture tax, taxable boot, and new replacement property tax basis under IRS Section 1031 like-kind exchange rules.

Calculated Result

Total Tax Liability Deferred Under Section 1031

$180,660

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Total Tax Liability Deferred Under Section 1031

$180,660

Total Realized Capital Gain

$750,000

New Replacement Property Tax Basis

$650,000

Tax Owed Without 1031 Exchange

$180,660

Taxable Boot Recognized Immediately

$0

Under IRC Section 1031, tax is fully deferred only if the replacement property value and equity are equal to or greater than the relinquished property, with zero net cash or debt boot received.

This calculator is a mathematical model for general financial estimation, planning, and educational guidance. Results depend on your inputs and standard formulas, and do not constitute binding financial, tax, or investment advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions.

Official Statute: Internal Revenue Code (26 U.S.C. § 1031 - Exchange of Real Property Held for Productive Use or Investment)Last Verified: 2026-09-04

Calculation Methodology

Realized Gain = Net Relinquished Sales Price - Adjusted Basis. Taxable Boot = max(0, Cash Boot + Mortgage Boot). Recognized Gain = min(Realized Gain, Taxable Boot). Deferred Gain = Realized Gain - Recognized Gain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Section 1031 allows real estate investors to sell investment or commercial property and reinvest the full proceeds into a like-kind replacement property while deferring all capital gains and depreciation recapture taxes.

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