When Is a 1031 Exchange Not the Right Move? A Real Estate Investing Pro Offers a Reality Check for Your Next Exit

Investors should look beyond the "automatic" tax deferral of a 1031 exchange and assess whether staying in the landlord game aligns with their long-term goals.

# When Is a 1031 Exchange Not the Right Move? A Real Estate Investing Pro Offers a Reality Check for Your Next Exit Investors should look beyond the "automatic" tax deferral of a 1031 exchange and assess whether staying in the landlord game aligns with their long-term goals. **Read the full article:** [Kiplinger](https://www.kiplinger.com/real-estate/real-estate-investing/when-is-a-1031-exchange-not-the-right-move) *This article was originally published by Kiplinger. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*