Because a 1031 is only available for a property you are using for investment.Here's the conditions.1.

Not understanding/not realizing a condition exists is unlikely to work as a defense.

They're not connected to the electricity grid and don't have air conditioning or amenities.

This includes, water, hot water, heat, air conditioning, cable, security system, snow removal, lawn care.

Or if you have an investor friendly agent they can help identify properties that are in very good condition and link you to a property management company.

A QOZ is an economically-distressed community where if certain conditions are met, it may result in deferment of capital gains tax for investors.

If that had been my approach, I would not have arrived in my current financial condition with higher net worth.3.

All complimented with Amazon fulfillment centers, google, and more tech manufacturing jobs.The bad reputation of “Detroit” comes from OOS investors wanting sub $40,000, D class properties in poor condition, because they pencil out to 2-3% deals on paper.

I believe it would have been up another .5%, but we canceled guests across all properties three times last winter when the weather predicted 4 to 7 inches of snow.

Keep an eye on local market conditions to find the right deal when the timing is better.