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Work with 1031 Specialists, a 1031 exchange intermediary that puts your capital security and tax savings first, with real-time transaction tracking and FDIC-insured accounts.

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Why Choose a 1031 Exchange Intermediary

World-Class Client Service
Ultra-fast response times. Money-back guarantee. A joyful experience. 

FDIC-Insured Trust Accounts
Each client receives a segregated, secure trust account. Your funds are always protected. 

Investor Education
Make fast, confident decisions with access to clear, comprehensive tools built for investors.

Backed by Experience. Driven by Service. Built on Integrity.

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Domain Expertise in Every Single State

Not All 1031 Exchange Intermediaries are Equal

Concierge-level service

Transparent pricing

Secure digital access

FDIC-insured trust account

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Minimal client contact

Hidden Fees

Paper-based delays

Pooled or non-segregated funds

Typical QI Firms

Clients

30,000+

Years of Experience

25+

Exchanges Completed

30,000+

Infographic titled "How a 1031 Exchange Works" showing three steps and a timeline: Step 1 hire a Qualified Intermediary, Step 2 funds safeguarded until replacement property purchase, Step 3 identify property within 45 days and complete exchange in 180 days.

A 1031 exchange works much like a standard real estate transaction, with three key differences:

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Being a 1031 Exchange Intermediary means more than handling paperwork. It means putting your goals first, every step of the way. That’s the 1031 Specialists Standard. 

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A 1031 exchange transaction happens just like a standard real estate transaction with 3 key differences:

Infographic titled "How a 1031 Exchange Works" showing three steps and a timeline: Step 1 hire a Qualified Intermediary, Step 2 funds safeguarded until replacement property purchase, Step 3 identify property within 45 days and complete exchange in 180 days.
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Explore answers to frequently asked questions about a 1031 Exchange. 
For any additional inquiries, our team is always here to assist — don’t hesitate to contact us.

What is a 1031 Exchange? 

A 1031 exchange is the swap of one investment property for another like-kind property without paying capital gains tax or depreciation recapture tax.

Who qualifies for a 1031 Exchange?

The rules are the following: 1031 exchanges are available to investors, not to people that trade real estate for a living. So long as you aren’t a “flipper” or developer, you will be eligible for a 1031 exchange.

How much does a 1031 exchange cost? 

At 1031 Specialists, costs depend on the type of exchange you choose:

Standard Exchange – $1,195 (sell first, then buy).
Reverse Exchange – $7,995 (buy first, then sell).
Improvement Exchange – $9,995 (use exchange equity to improve or develop a property).

Every exchange includes unlimited tax optimization consulting, audit protection, and an attorney guarantee. Reverse and Improvement also include exchange accommodation titleholder creation.

And unlike many providers, we operate with no hidden fees — ever.

FAQs

What is a 1031 Qualified Intermediary?

A Qualified Intermediary (QI) manages your exchange funds and paperwork to ensure IRS compliance. IRS rules require a Qualified Intermediary to facilitate a 1031 exchange. Without one, you can’t qualify for a 1031 tax-deferred exchange.

Explore answers to frequently asked questions about a 1031 Exchange. 
For any additional inquiries, our team is always here to assist — don’t hesitate to contact us.

What is a 1031 Exchange?

A 1031 exchange is the swap of one investment property for another like-kind property without paying capital gains tax or depreciation recapture tax.

Who qualifies for a 1031 Exchange?

The rules are the following: 1031 exchanges are available to investors, not to people that trade real estate for a living. So long as you aren’t a “flipper” or developer, you will be eligible for a 1031 exchange.

How much does a 1031 exchange cost?

At 1031 Specialists, costs depend on the type of exchange you choose:

Standard Exchange – $1,195 (sell first, then buy).
Reverse Exchange – $7,995 (buy first, then sell).
Improvement Exchange – $9,995 (use exchange equity to improve or develop a property).

Every exchange includes unlimited tax optimization consulting, audit protection, and an attorney guarantee. Reverse and Improvement also include exchange accommodation titleholder creation.

And unlike many providers, we operate with no hidden fees — ever.

FAQs

What is a 1031 Qualified Intermediary?

A Qualified Intermediary (QI) manages your exchange funds and paperwork to ensure IRS compliance. IRS rules require a Qualified Intermediary to facilitate a 1031 exchange. Without one, you can’t qualify for a 1031 tax-deferred exchange.

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