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What Is a 1031 Exchange?

Understanding 1031 Exchanges

A 1031 Exchange, or a Like Kind Exchange, as it implies, allows you to defer paying capital gains tax on the sale of a business or investment property by reinvesting the proceeds in other real estate. A Like Kind Exchange is defined by Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 1031. 1031 Exchanges are also referred to colloquially as the following:

- Delayed Exchange

- Section 1031 Exchange

- Like-Kind Exchange

- Tax-Free Exchange

- Real Estate Exchange

- Real Property Exchange

- Starker Exchange

- Tax Deferred Exchange

- Real Estate Swap

- Forward Exchange

- Simultaneous Exchange

A 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange offers taxpayers one of the last great opportunities to build wealth and save taxes. By completing a 1031 Exchange, the Taxpayer (“Exchanger”) can dispose of investment or business-use assets, acquire Replacement Property and defer the tax that would ordinarily be due upon the sale.

1031 Exchanges have been part of the tax code since 1921. Section 1031 has permitted a taxpayer to exchange business-use or investment assets for other like-kind business use or investment assets without recognizing taxable gain on the sale of the old assets. The taxes which otherwise would have been due from the sale are thus deferred.

The No Fee way to 1031 Exchange

Engineered 1031 Exchange is an experienced and trusted Qualified Intermediary that charges $0 Exchange Fees. Enjoy a secure, seamless process designed to help you earn more, not pay more.

No Fees

Our experienced team uses software and automation to operate more efficiently, passing the savings to you.

Earn Interest

Unlike other Qualified Intermediaries, we set up a dedicated, interest-bearing account and share earnings with you.

Comprehensive 1031 Exchange Services

Our 1031 exchange services are designed to help you defer taxes and maximize your investment potential when selling and acquiring like-kind properties.

No Fee Exchanges

Unlike other Qualified Intermediaries, we offer $0 exchange fees, helping you keep more of your investment capital

Interest-Bearing Accounts

Your funds are placed in secure, interest-bearing accounts, and we share the interest earned with you.

Enhanced Security

Your funds are held in segregated accounts with up to $250M FDIC insurance and advanced fraud prevention.

Expert Guidance

Our team of attorneys and CPAs with 40+ years of experience ensures your exchange meets all IRS requirements.

Why Choose Us?

  • $0 exchange fees, unlike traditional Qualified Intermediaries

  • Earn interest on your exchange funds during the holding period

  • Enhanced security with segregated accounts and FDIC insurance

  • Extended support hours: 8am-Midnight EST, 7 days a week

Benefits of Our 1031 Exchange Services

Discover how our 1031 exchange services can help you defer taxes and build wealth through strategic property exchanges.

- Defer 100% of capital gains taxes on property sales

- No exchange fees, unlike traditional Qualified Intermediaries

- Earn interest on your exchange funds during the holding period

- Enhanced security with segregated accounts and FDIC insurance

- Extended support hours: 8am-Midnight EST, 7 days a week

- Streamlined process with online platform access

- Expert guidance from attorneys and CPAs with 40+ years experience

How we keep your funds safer

We go above and beyond to prioritize your financial safety and maintain full transparency throughout the process.

Segregated Bank Accounts

Your funds are held in dedicated segregated accounts, ensuring full separation and protection from other assets for complete security.

Up to $250M FDIC Insurance

Your funds are protected by FDIC insurance with the option of coverage up to $250M, offering enhanced security and peace of mind.

Advanced Fraud Prevention

We utilize multi-factor authentication and verification protocols for every transfer, combining both written and verbal approvals to safeguard funds.