General information, not legal or tax advice. Sidney works alongside your attorney and CPA. Rules as of October 15, 2026; they change, so check the official sources listed below.
When does the 1031 clock start on a Tujunga sale?
On the day escrow closes on the relinquished property. From then, the replacement has to be named in writing by day 45 and acquired by day 180, or by the tax return due date if that comes first. IRS FS-2008-18 says those windows are not extended except for presidentially declared disasters, so a long Tujunga escrow does not buy extra time; ask your CPA to set the dates.
Do City rent rules follow the sale?
Often yes. The LA Housing Department says the Rent Stabilization Ordinance generally covers rental units built on or before October 1, 1978, and the protections stay with the units after a sale. Give written notice before entry for showings (Civil Code section 1954). Ask counsel which rules apply to your units.
What do investor buyers check in Tujunga?
Zoning and any Specific Plan on ZIMAS, especially on Foothill Boulevard. (zimas.lacity.org) Permits for second units on the LADBS record. (ladbs.org) The transfer taxes, since the City rate and, on sales over $5,400,000, Measure ULA reduce the proceeds the intermediary receives. (finance.lacity.gov)
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Questions
What do Tujunga owners ask?
- I live in one unit of my Tujunga duplex. Can I still exchange?
- The rented unit may qualify while your own unit may be treated as a residence; your CPA allocates the price. Sidney Manzo, in real estate since 1990, gives the CPA the value split. Talk with Sidney about your Tujunga home
- Can tenants stay through escrow?
- Usually, and many investor buyers prefer it. Sidney, in real estate since 1990, coordinates entry notices and estoppels. Talk with Sidney about your Tujunga home
- Should I list before choosing a replacement?
- Many investors shortlist replacements first so the 45 days are not spent searching. Sidney, in real estate since 1990, can time the listing to your search. Talk with Sidney about your Tujunga home
- What will an investor pay for my Tujunga rental?
- Investors weigh current rents, whether units are rent-stabilized, permits for added units and condition, against nearby sales. Sidney Manzo, in real estate since 1990, prepares that review. Get my free home review
Sources
Sources
- IRS FS-2008-18: Like-kind exchanges (accessed October 15, 2026)
- LA Housing Department: Rent Stabilization Ordinance overview (accessed October 15, 2026)
- Civil Code §1954 (landlord entry) (accessed October 15, 2026)
- LA City Planning: ZIMAS parcel profile (accessed October 15, 2026)
- LA City Planning: Foothill Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan (accessed October 15, 2026)
- LADBS: Online building records (accessed October 15, 2026)
- City of Los Angeles Office of Finance: Measure ULA FAQ (accessed October 15, 2026)
- LA County Registrar-Recorder: Documentary Transfer Tax (accessed October 15, 2026)
Your agent
Who reviews your home?
Sidney Manzo, Agent, CA DRE #01108914.
- In real estate since 1990
- 155+ closed sales
- RE/MAX Hall of Fame
- Member, Pasadena Association of REALTORS® and C.A.R.
RE/MAX Dream Properties (ASLG Inc), CA DRE #02142193
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