Amit grew up in a family of real estate professionals, and early on, he saw how smart investing has helped people generate wealth and help them to live the way they dreamed.

Now, as a real estate professional with Fortitude Investment Group, Amit helps rental property owners and investors navigate 1031 exchanges, Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs), and passive real estate investment opportunities.

With over 15 years of experience in real estate, Amit has worked in both domestic and international markets, including developing shopping malls in China.

Many real estate investors know that 1031 exchanges are a powerful way to defer capital gains taxes, but few have explored the Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) as an alternative to traditional 1031 exchanges. Could this lesser-known tool provide greater flexibility, diversification, and passive income for investors looking to simplify their portfolios?

According to Amit Urban, a seasoned real estate expert, DSTs are highly effective tools that allow investors to reinvest their 1031 exchange proceeds into institutional-grade properties without the burden of direct management. He highlights that DSTs provide diversification across multiple asset classes, passive income, and estate planning benefits, making them an attractive option for those transitioning out of hands-on property management. Amit highlights common examples and reasons investors are turning to DSTs as a way to preserve and grow their wealth while reducing taxes and operational headaches.

In this episode of the Pillar6 Podcast, host Roman Polnar sits down with Amit Urban, Registered Representative at Fortitude Investment Group, to discuss how DSTs fit into the 1031 exchange landscape. They break down who benefits most from DSTs, how they compare to direct property ownership, and why they offer a compelling tax-deferral strategy. Amit also shares key considerations, risks, and estate planning advantages of using DSTs as a long-term wealth-building tool.

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• Amit Urban on LinkedIn
• Fortitude Investment Group
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Becky Barton is the CEO of People415, a human resources consulting firm that helps growing businesses grow faster with streamlined workflow policies, talent management, and HR compliance. With over 20 years of experience in HR strategy and operations, she specializes in aligning workforce planning with business goals. She has worked with companies across various industries, advising on hiring practices, employee classification, compensation, and compliance. Becky also speaks on HR trends and workplace regulations, providing guidance to business owners and leaders.

The landscape of HR is shifting once again with the second Trump administration, which will impact companies in different ways. Naturally, employers are left wondering: how will this administration impact my business, and what should we be doing? How can business owners and HR professionals stay ahead and ensure they’re making the right moves?

According to Becky Barton, a leading HR expert and thought leader, in the short term, employers should prepare for a pro-business shift in federal labor policies, with many regulations likely being rolled back. She highlights how this could reduce compliance burdens at the national level but increase complexity for multistate employers as states like California continue to enforce stricter employment laws. With expected changes in wage laws, worker classification, workplace safety, and immigration enforcement, businesses must be proactive in auditing their HR policies to mitigate risk and adapt to new realities. In the longer term, continue to focus on best practices, building your corporate culture, and building a strong, committed, and motivated workforce.

In this episode of the Pillar6 Podcast, host Roman Polnar sits down with Becky Barton, CEO of People415, to discuss what the Trump 2.0 presidency means for HR and business owners. They explore the likely rollback of federal labor regulations, key compliance risks for employers, and strategies to prepare for shifting workplace policies. Becky also shares actionable insights on worker classification, AI’s role in HR, and best practices for building a resilient workforce.

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• Pillar6 Advisors
• Becky Barton on LinkedIn
• People415
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