1031 Exchange Cost
Closing Costs and the Tax Deferred Exchange The internal revenue code does not have many regulations about 1031 exchange costs. How to handle such expenses and costs remains unclear. For instance, despite the general rule involving the exchange of relinquished property and replacement property, it is unknown whether the exchanger has to deal with a taxable boot on the exchange funds. How much does a 1031 exchange cost? A direct cost that exchangers incur when using 1031 exchange goes to the qualified intermediary (QI). Such fees differ, but reports usually indicate the typical 1031 delay is between $650 and $1200. The exchanger may also incur additional operating expenses. A QI may also offer an overnight delivery charge for documents that need a fast response. That only happens with a simple deferred exchange. Complex ones can be more expensive. Qualified intermediary fees The role of a qualified intermediary...