DSTs and Trust Ownership Structures: A Powerful Estate Planning Strategy July 15, 2026 As real estate investors accumulate wealth, preserving and transferring that wealth efficiently becomes increasingly important. While Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) have gained widespread recognition…
Passing Real Estate Wealth to Heirs Using DSTs July 8, 2026 For many real estate investors, building wealth is only part of the long-term objective. Equally important is ensuring that those assets can be transferred…
DST.EDU Part 4: Manufactured Housing Communities (MHC) Asset Classification July 3, 2026 July 3, 2026 By Al DiNicola, AIF® Private Fund Advisor DST 1031 Specialist Fiduciary Capital Management, LLC Securities offered through MSC-BD, LLC, Member of…
DST.EDU Part 3: Student Housing Asset Classification June 30, 2026 June 29, 2026 By Al DiNicola, AIF®Private Fund AdvisorDST 1031 SpecialistFiduciary Capital Management, LLCSecurities offered through MSC-BD, LLC, Member of FINRA/SIPC Editor’s Note: This…
Exchanging Highly Appreciated Property into Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs): A Strategic Solution for Deferring Capital Gains Taxes June 8, 2026 Many real estate investors find themselves in a fortunate but challenging position. They own highly appreciated investment property that has generated significant equity and…
What Happens If a DST Underperforms? A Realistic Guide for Investors May 20, 2026 Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) are often marketed as stable, passive real estate investments. However, no investment is immune to challenges. Over the past few…
Understanding Delaware Statutory Trusts: Risks and Benefits April 27, 2026 Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) have become an increasingly popular solution for investors seeking tax deferral through §1031 exchanges, passive income, and relief from active…
Why Financial Advisors Use DSTs for Concentrated Real Estate Risk April 13, 2026 High-net-worth clients often build wealth through real estate, and this occurs over time. Any success can create a hidden challenge: concentration risk. A large…
Case Study: Retiring Landlords Who Exchanged into DSTs March 27, 2026 MARCH – DSTs FOR RETIREMENT + INCOME SERIES Introduction The famous slogan (closing line) from Naked City was: “There are eight million stories in…
How DST Cash Flow Works: Monthly vs Quarterly Distributions March 20, 2026 MARCH – DSTs FOR RETIREMENT + INCOME SERIES Introduction We continue with the series on DSTs for retirement. The timing of cash flow matters…
