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Exchange Deadlines

Identification Period:
The taxpayer must identify replacement property(ies) within 45 days from the date of the first relinquished property closing by sending a written document signed by the taxpayer and delivered, within the Identification Period, to any person involved in the exchange. According to the Regulations, the replacement property must include an unambiguous description. Replacement properties may be listed by legal description, street address, or distinguishable name.


Exchange Period:
The Exchange must be completed by the earlier of: 1) 180 days from the date of the first relinquished property closing; or 2) the due date of filing the Taxpayer’s federal income tax return, together with all extensions, for the year the first relinquished property was transferred.
 

 
 
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