Testimonials

He didn’t have an answer other than to play games with exchanging for a single-family home and years later moving into that property (something the IRS may allow but doesn’t like). I found Archer while I was marketing one of my properties. The Archer team didn’t mind all my questions, and if they didn’t know the answer, we conference-called the sponsors. In the end, I exchanged each of my buildings for multiple DSTs, over a period of 5 years, breaking three lumps of capital into fifteen. The DSTs have rolled over about every 6 years, so I can either exchange the old DST into a new DST or I can cash out if I need capital. Cashing out means I pay capital gains, but only on the one DST that sold so I’m not pushed into a high tax bracket. The return on investment is twice what it seems because ALL of my money from the 4-plex sales is still invested. If I had sold them instead of exchanging, I would only have roughly half the amount invested now. Also, how much you make is less important than how much you keep. My DSTs are leveraged with an average of about 50% loan to value, which means I depreciate twice as much as I invest and I’m in a 15% federal tax bracket. The best part is that I escaped increasingly onerous state restrictions on landlords (for example it’s now illegal to request a SSN for a credit check) and I no longer have to repair or rent out my own apartments. Freedom is priceless. Steve E, Belmont, CA

I was also fortunate to find Archer.  Their transparency, honesty, and communication stood out throughout the process. They provided comprehensive insights into the positives and negatives, empowering me to make informed decisions. From comparing sponsors to navigating the complexities of DST portfolios, Archer’s expertise shone through. Having completed full cycles with two properties, I can attest to their commitment to client success. Their responsiveness, attention to detail, and resourcefulness are commendable. When they reach the limit of their scope, they point me to appropriate other professionals. I view them as a trusted partner dedicated to achieving my investment objectives. I highly recommend them to anyone seeking to navigate the world of real estate investing with confidence and peace of mind. N. Carter, Palo Alto, CA 

The first phone conversation led to a meeting in California to meet the Archer team in person and few of the sponsors who had a home office in California. My Archer representative was extremely kind and knowledgeable. I liked what I saw and heard and chose to work with them on my first DST. They were extremely professional, detail oriented, full of energy, friendly, knowledgeable, kind, very easy to talk to, looks out for the clients best interest at all times, and is always there for any needs you may have..(I may have left few qualities out),  16 DSTs and 7 years later, I am still very happy with choosing them as my partners. Mike S, Austin, TX

We found Archer in 2017 when we wished to conduct a 1031 exchange out of a property that was a management headache. Archer suggested various DST properties whose managers they had thoroughly vetted and knew well. We met with several of those managers and were impressed with their knowledge and experience. Archer then inspected the DST properties we elected prior to our proceeding with the exchanges. We have since conducted a subsequent 1031 exchange out of one of those properties into another DST property we selected from several from Archer suggested. Recently we have made other non-DST investments through Archer. In our experience they only work with the very best people. Since they are so diligent, responsive, resourceful and forthright, we have enjoyed peace of mind in these various investments.  Investments are only as good as the people behind them. Archer has proven to be solid gold. Jeff T, Genoa, NV

They educated us about the myriads of benefits available in the Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) model. Like many long-term landlords, we sought geographic and sector diversification, reasonable returns on equity with strong inflation hedging properties, in a passive investment strategy that remained tax efficient. Archer’s deep knowledge of this field and demonstrated commitment to the model as investors themselves gave us the confidence needed to make a complete transition and we would never go back! They take a very hands-on role throughout the process, carefully scrutinizing every opportunity closely and tailoring their recommendations to our needs specifically. This personal approach gives us comfort in recommending Archer to our close friends and colleagues. Kirk H, Walnut Creek, CA

We sold a house in California and had huge gains but also faced hundreds of thousands of dollars in taxes. We knew nothing about the world of property investments and were wary of how to proceed. Fortunately, the Archer team literally wrote the book (Cashing In Tax Free) on how to turn the selling of this profitable property into our nest egg through 1031 exchanges and DSTs. We paid ZERO taxes, have replaced our job incomes with the monthly dividends from the sale of this home, AND still have all our gains from the sale of the house to pass on to our heirs (and guess what? Our heirs won’t pay the original taxes either!). Additionally, our Archer team of representatives have successfully advocated for us and explained any confusing situations along the way. They are always a phone call away and incredibly responsive. We couldn’t be happier. L Elliot, Las Vegas, NV

In that time, we have built a diversified portfolio of investments, some of which have gone full cycle and I’ve re-invested through the Archer group. Their commitment to understanding my needs, educating me about DSTs, and being available to answer questions is second to none. I’ve happily recommended them to friends over the years and look forward to many more years working with them. Massoud S, Bradenton, FL

We were long-term rental house owners who had a terrible capital gains problem. All real estate brokers whom we interviewed were able and very happy to sell our house at a high price. But after the sale, then what?? Many brokers discussed 1031 exchanges into a 4-plex apartment complex or a retail/office business complex. Unfortunately, we were tired of tenants and toilets and did not want further exposure to such items. Leslie was a bright light in our search. She explained DSTs in a simple way that made sense to us. After a year and a half into our 1031 conversion to DSTs, we are very happy that Leslie helped us with that decision. Leslie is delightful to work with and we feel she has our best interests at heart. We do not hesitate to recommend Leslie. R&H, San Jose, CA