Delaware Statutory Trusts

The DST Investor Guide

Understanding Delaware Statutory Trusts as a passive real estate strategy.

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What you'll find in this guide

How a DST is legally structured, and how it differs from direct ownership or a TIC

How DSTs function inside a 1031 exchange, including partial exchanges

A full breakdown of risks and limitations — illiquidity, sponsor risk, leverage, and more

Questions to ask any DST sponsor before committing

DSTs are one option for investors completing a 1031 exchange — but they come with real risks that sales materials don't always explain clearly. This free guide covers how a DST is structured, how it fits inside an exchange, and the risks worth understanding before you commit.

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This material is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute investment, tax, accounting, or legal advice. Delaware Statutory Trusts are illiquid, involve sponsor and real estate risk, are generally available only to accredited investors, and may result in loss of principal. Insight Investment Advisers — decision-first, product-second.