An Exchange of Two Items of Personal Property (Personalty) That

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An exchange of two items of personal property (personalty) that belong to different general business asset classes qualifies for nonrecognition under § 1031 as long as both properties are used in the taxpayer's trade or business.

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Definitions:

Common Law

A legal system characterized by judicial decisions creating precedent, originating in England and forming the basis of legal systems in many English-speaking countries.

Clause

A specific provision or section within a contract or legal document that stipulates particular terms, conditions, or obligations.

Frustrated Contract

A legal concept describing a contract that, due to unforeseeable circumstances, has become impossible to perform, thus being voided without penalty to either party.

Material Alteration

The major alteration of an agreement that has the effect of discharging the contract and replacing it with another.