# Writing

> Notes on 1031 exchanges, DSTs, and how I evaluate the offerings I make available to investors.

Source: https://baker1031.com/writing


- [How I Build Your 1031 Exchange Solution, Step by Step](https://baker1031.com/writing/how-i-build-your-1031-exchange-solution.md): See how I build a 1031 exchange solution: the questions I ask, the equity and debt math, the 45- and 180-day deadlines, DST choices, and closing.
- [How to Choose a DST: A Practical Framework](https://baker1031.com/writing/how-to-choose-a-delaware-statutory-trust-dst.md): How to choose a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) for a 1031 exchange: start with your needs, then check the sponsor, property, debt, fees, income, and exit.
- [Inside My DST Due Diligence Process](https://baker1031.com/writing/inside-my-due-diligence-process.md): How I vet DST offerings before showing them to 1031 investors: the sponsor, the debt, the tenants, third-party reports, red flags, and checks you can run.
- [What Are Oil and Gas Royalties? A Plain-English Guide](https://baker1031.com/writing/what-are-oil-and-gas-royalties.md): Learn what oil and gas royalties are, how royalty checks are calculated, what drives the income, the risks, and how royalties can fit a 1031 exchange.
- [What Is a 721 Exchange (UPREIT) DST? A Plain Guide](https://baker1031.com/writing/what-is-a-721-exchange-upreit-dst.md): A 721 exchange DST can roll your 1031 property into a REIT's operating partnership. Learn how it works, what you gain, what you give up, and the costs.
- [What Is a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST)? A Plain Guide](https://baker1031.com/writing/what-is-a-delaware-statutory-trust-dst.md): A Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) lets 1031 investors own a share of large, professionally run property. Learn how DSTs work and their costs, risks, and exits.

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Securities are offered through Aurora Securities, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Baker 1031 Investments, LLC is independent of Aurora Securities, Inc. and is not a registered broker-dealer or investment adviser. This content is general education, not investment, tax, or legal advice, and is not an offer to buy or sell securities. Offers are made only through the offering documents to eligible investors, generally accredited investors. DST interests are illiquid, distributions are not guaranteed, and you can lose your entire investment.

Contact: Jerry Baker, Baker 1031 Investments · hello@baker1031.com · (415) 965-0552 · https://baker1031.com/contact