IPX1031 Releases 2025 Trends: Key Insights for the CRE Market and 1031 Exchanges

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IPX1031, the national leader in 1031 Qualified Intermediary services, has released its annual trends report for 2025, highlighting key developments in commercial real estate (CRE) and 1031 Exchange markets. The report predicts several significant trends, including increased popularity of Reverse and Improvement Exchanges due to higher interest rates, substantial activity in maturing loans and refinancing, and a rise in seller-financed transactions.

The report also forecasts robust activity in multifamily, industrial, and retail properties, along with a shift towards passive investments like Triple Net Lease properties and Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs). Additional trends include geographical shifts to landlord-friendly areas, growth in ADU/mixed-use properties, and increased investment in retirement-friendly regions.

Positive

• Increased opportunities in multiple asset classes (multifamily, industrial, retail)
• Market adaptation with alternative financing solutions (seller financing)
• Expansion into new market segments (ADUs, mixed-use properties)
• Strategic diversification options through passive investments (NNN, DSTs)

Negative

• Higher interest rates affecting traditional financing
• quality inventory in the market
• Challenging traditional financing environment

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2025 Trends in 1031 Exchanges and Commercial Real Estate

CHICAGO, Jan. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Investment Property Exchange Services, Inc. (IPX1031), the national leader in 1031 Qualified Intermediary services, has released its annual 1031 trends, outlining the key developments expected in the commercial real estate (CRE) market and the 1031 Exchange landscape for 2025. As economic conditions and market dynamics evolve, staying informed on these trends is crucial for investors and property owners.

Insights on key 1031 Exchange trends for 2025

"Utilizing 1031 Exchanges fosters economic growth by enabling capital reinvestment and job creation," IPX1031 President John Wunderlich stated. "We strive to provide investors with the essential knowledge and tools to navigate the complexities of the market and maximize 1031 investment potential."

Given the anticipated growth in the CRE market, 1031 transactions will stay active as informed investors and commercial property owners employ strategic 1031 tax deferral tools.

Anticipated 1031 Exchange Trends for 2025:

• Reverse and Improvement (Build-to-Suit) Exchanges: Increased popularity due to higher interest rates and limited quality inventory.
• Maturing Loans and Refinancing: Significant transactional activity driven by maturing loans and the need for better ROI and loan terms through 1031 Exchanges.
• Seller Financing: Traditional financing challenges will lead to more seller-financed transactions.
• Shifts in Asset Classes: Multifamily, industrial, and retail properties are expected to see robust activity.
• Passive Investments: A shift towards exchanging management-intensive properties for passive investment types like NNN (Triple Net Lease) and fractional ownership properties such as DSTs (Delaware Statutory Trusts).
• Geographical Shifts: Owners will continue shifting investment property purchases to more landlord regulatory friendly areas.
• ADU/Mixed-Use Growth: Thriving 1031 opportunities for properties with accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and mixed-use properties.
• Retirement-Friendly Areas:  Increased 1031 investment in regions with favorable and attractive retirement conditions.

For more detailed information on the 2025 trends, visit: www.ipx1031.com/1031-trends-2025/.

About IPX1031: Investment Property Exchange Services, Inc. (IPX1031) is the largest and one of the oldest Qualified Intermediaries in the United States. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Fidelity National Financial (NYSE: FNF), a Fortune 500 company, IPX1031 provides industry leading security for exchange funds as well as expertise and experience in facilitating all types of 1031 Exchanges. IPX1031's nationwide staff, which includes industry experts, veteran attorneys and accountants, is available to provide answers and guidance to clients and their legal and tax advisors. For more information about IPX1031 visit www.ipx1031.com.

Contact: Cindi Marinez, VP, Marketing
cindi.marinez@ipx1031.co

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FAQ

What are the main 1031 Exchange trends predicted for 2025?

The main trends include increased Reverse and Improvement Exchanges, more seller-financing transactions, shifts toward passive investments like NNN and DSTs, and robust activity in multifamily, industrial, and retail properties.

How will higher interest rates affect 1031 Exchanges in 2025?

Higher interest rates will lead to increased popularity of Reverse and Improvement Exchanges and more seller-financed transactions due to traditional financing challenges.

Which property types will see the most 1031 Exchange activity in 2025?

Multifamily, industrial, and retail properties are expected to see robust activity, along with properties featuring ADUs and mixed-use developments.

What geographical trends are expected for 1031 Exchanges in 2025?

Investors are expected to shift towards more landlord-friendly regulatory areas and regions with favorable retirement conditions.