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This strategy is most effective when a seller secures a favorable price for an asset and seeks the tax benefits of an installment sale but has concerns about the buyer’s ability to pay in full upfront. While DSTs offer potential tax advantages, they introduce additional complexity and costs, and careful consideration is necessary before implementation. One of the biggest risks is that the installment note is non-recourse, meaning that sellers cannot repossess the asset in the event that the investments fail to cover the note.