A common question we get about 1031 exchanges is “can I use my vacation home in a 1031 exchange?” The short answer is yes, but you have to be extra careful with this type of exchange. In this article, we are going to talk about how to strike the right balance when it comes to personal use of property and 1031 exchanges.
Rental Use vs. Personal Use
When dealing with 1031 exchanges of vacation homes, you have to pay close attention to rental use vs. personal use. If you use your vacation property for personal use too much, it can disqualify you from 1031 exchange treatment. Here are a few guidelines to follow to ensure the success of your 1031 exchange of your vacation home:
Make sure you have owned the property for at least two years prior to and after the sale.
In the 1-year periods immediately before and after the exchange, the property must be rented to an unrelated party for at least 14 days.
In the 1 year periods immediately before and after the exchange, the taxpayer’s personal use cannot be more than 14 days, or 10% of the days during which the property was rented.
For specific guidelines from the IRS on this topic, check out Revenue Procedure 2008-16.
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