# 1031X — 1031 Exchange Qualified Intermediary


> 1031X is a nationwide Qualified Intermediary for 1031 tax-deferred exchanges, serving real estate investors since 1994 ($8B+ exchanged). Core guides on 1031 exchange rules, deadlines, boot, qualified intermediaries, and the exchange types we facilitate.


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- [Free consultation](https://www.1031x.com/free-consultation/): Free 1031 exchange consultation — talk to a 1031X expert, no pressure, and find out how much capital-gains tax you could defer.
- [1031 Exchange Qualified Intermediary | 1031X — Est. 1994](https://www.1031x.com/): Nationwide Qualified Intermediary since 1994. $8B+ in 1031 exchanges for commercial, multifamily, and residential investors. Certified Exchange Specialists on staff. Service guarantee.
- [Download resources](https://www.1031x.com/download-resources/): Free 1031 exchange guides — downloadable resources on rules, deadlines, and strategies to help you plan a successful exchange. From 1031X.
- [Service guarantee](https://www.1031x.com/about/service-guarantee/): The 1031X service guarantee — our commitment to secure funds, on-time deadlines, and a dedicated exchange officer for every 1031 exchange.
- [Insurance and bonding](https://www.1031x.com/about/insurance-bonding/): 1031 exchange insurance and bonding — how fidelity bonds, E&O, and cyber coverage safeguard your exchange funds. Security you can verify.
- [Request a presentation](https://www.1031x.com/resources/request-a-presentation/): Request a 1031 exchange presentation — book a tailored session for your team or clients with a 1031X expert. Free and no-obligation.
- [Exchange guides](https://www.1031x.com/resources/exchange-guides/): 1031 exchange guides — free resources on the rules, deadlines, and strategies investors need, whether seasoned or just getting started.
- [How it works](https://www.1031x.com/how-it-works/): How a 1031 exchange works — a clear walkthrough of the process, the 45/180-day deadlines, the rules, and your qualified intermediary's role.
- [Resources](https://www.1031x.com/resources/): 1031 exchange resources — free calculators, guides, deadline tools, and expert content to help you plan and complete your 1031 exchange.
- [Exchange solutions](https://www.1031x.com/exchange-solutions/): Explore 1031 exchange solutions — forward, reverse, construction and custom exchanges, each run by a dedicated 1031X exchange officer.
- [Pricing](https://www.1031x.com/pricing/): 1031 exchange cost and fees explained — see what a 1031X exchange costs, with transparent, all-in pricing and no surprises. Get a quote.
- [Austin 1031 exchange](https://www.1031x.com/offices/texas/austin-1031-exchange/): 1031 exchange Austin — defer capital gains in one of Texas's hottest real-estate markets, with a dedicated 1031X officer for investors.
- [Houston 1031 exchange](https://www.1031x.com/offices/texas/houston-1031-exchange/): 1031 exchange Houston — defer capital gains on your Houston-area property sale with a dedicated 1031X officer handling the exchange.
- [Dallas 1031 exchange](https://www.1031x.com/offices/texas/dallas-1031-exchange/): 1031 exchange Dallas — defer capital gains on your DFW-area property sale with a dedicated 1031X officer guiding the whole exchange.
- [Capital gains calculator](https://www.1031x.com/resources/capital-gains-calculator/): Free capital gains calculator — estimate the tax you can defer with a 1031 exchange on your property sale in seconds. From 1031X, your QI.
- [Exchange process](https://www.1031x.com/1031-investor-center/exchange-process/): 1031 exchange process, step by step — what happens at each stage, the 45- and 180-day deadlines, and how 1031X guides you through it.
- [Advanced strategies](https://www.1031x.com/1031-investor-center/advanced-strategies/): Advanced 1031 exchange strategies beyond the basics — reverse, improvement and construction techniques to defer more tax. From 1031X.
- [Maximize your tax benefits](https://www.1031x.com/1031-investor-center/maximize-your-tax-benefits/): Maximize tax benefits from your 1031 exchange — strategies to defer more capital gains and grow your real-estate portfolio. From 1031X.
- [Exchange deadlines](https://www.1031x.com/1031-investor-center/exchange-deadlines/): 1031 exchange deadlines explained: the 45-day identification and 180-day closing rules, how they're counted, and what happens if you miss them.
- [Exchange basics](https://www.1031x.com/1031-investor-center/exchange-basics/): What is a 1031 exchange? Learn the rules, timelines, and how a like-kind exchange lets you defer capital gains tax. Explained simply by 1031X.
- [Avoiding taxable "boot"](https://www.1031x.com/1031-investor-center/avoiding-taxable-boot/): What is taxable boot in a 1031 exchange? Learn how cash or mortgage boot creates a taxable gain — and how to avoid it in your deal.
- [Benefits to real estate investors](https://www.1031x.com/1031-investor-center/benefits-to-real-estate-investors/): 1031 exchange benefits for real estate investors — defer capital gains, build your portfolio faster, and reinvest tax-free. See how with 1031X.
- [The qualified intermediary](https://www.1031x.com/1031-investor-center/the-qualified-intermediary/): What is a Qualified Intermediary in a 1031 exchange? See the QI's role, why one's required, and how 1031X safeguards your exchange funds.
- [Custom exchange](https://www.1031x.com/exchange-solutions/custom-exchange/): Custom 1031 exchange solutions — complex or multi-property deals structured to defer your capital gains, handled end to end by 1031X.
- [Technology and innovation](https://www.1031x.com/about/technology-and-innovation/): 1031X's technology and innovation — how we make 1031 exchanges faster, simpler, and more secure with a paperless portal and modern tools.
- [Our clients](https://www.1031x.com/about/our-clients/): Client testimonials and reviews for 1031X — see why thousands of investors and advisors trust us to handle their 1031 exchanges.
- [Principles](https://www.1031x.com/about/principles/): 1031X principles and values — the standards of security, transparency, and service that guide how we handle every 1031 exchange.
- [Reverse exchange](https://www.1031x.com/exchange-solutions/reverse-exchange/): Reverse 1031 exchange services — acquire your replacement property before you sell, with 1031X handling the structure end to end.
- [Forward exchange](https://www.1031x.com/exchange-solutions/forward-exchange/): Forward 1031 exchange services — defer capital gains by reinvesting your sale proceeds into like-kind property. Guided by 1031X.
- [Construction exchange](https://www.1031x.com/exchange-solutions/construction-exchange/): Construction 1031 exchange — use exchange funds to build or improve your replacement property, structured start to finish by 1031X.
- [Leadership](https://www.1031x.com/about/leadership/): Meet the 1031X leadership team — the experienced people behind 30+ years of secure, on-time 1031 exchanges and trusted partnerships.
- [Denver](https://www.1031x.com/offices/denver/): 1031 exchange in Colorado — fast, secure like-kind exchanges with a dedicated 1031X officer serving Denver and the surrounding area.
- [Missouri](https://www.1031x.com/offices/missouri/): 1031 exchange in Missouri — fast, secure like-kind exchanges with a dedicated 1031X officer serving Springfield and the surrounding area.
- [Texas](https://www.1031x.com/offices/texas/): 1031 exchange in Texas — fast, secure like-kind exchanges with a dedicated 1031X officer serving Houston and the surrounding area.
- [Ohio](https://www.1031x.com/offices/ohio/): 1031 exchange in Ohio — fast, secure like-kind exchanges with a dedicated 1031X officer serving Cleveland and the surrounding area.
- [1031X Investor Center](https://www.1031x.com/1031-investor-center/): The 1031 Exchange Investor Center — clear guides on the rules, deadlines, strategies, and tax benefits of 1031 exchanges, from 1031X.
- [1031 rules and updates](https://www.1031x.com/how-it-works/1031-rules-and-updates/): 1031 exchange rules and the latest IRS updates — current Section 1031 requirements, deadlines, and recent changes, kept current by 1031X.
- [FAQ](https://www.1031x.com/how-it-works/faq/): 1031 exchange FAQ — clear answers to common questions on rules, timelines, costs, and qualified intermediaries, from the experts at 1031X.
- [Glossary](https://www.1031x.com/how-it-works/glossary/): 1031 exchange glossary — plain-English definitions of key 1031 and like-kind exchange terms, from "boot" to "QI," explained by 1031X.
- [1031 exchange process](https://www.1031x.com/how-it-works/1031-exchange-process/): The 1031 exchange process explained — a step-by-step guide to the timelines, rules, and requirements for deferring capital-gains tax.
- [Blog](https://www.1031x.com/resources/blog/): The 1031 exchange blog from 1031X — expert insights, strategies, and updates on like-kind exchanges and capital-gains deferral.
- [Contact](https://www.1031x.com/contact/): Contact 1031X — reach our qualified intermediary team to start your 1031 exchange or ask a question. We're here to help.
- [About](https://www.1031x.com/about/): About 1031X — a qualified intermediary with 30+ years securing 1031 exchanges. Learn who we are and how we protect your exchange funds.

## Posts

- [How to Turn Your Second Home Into a Tax-Deferring Investment](https://www.1031x.com/real-estate-and-investment/how-to-turn-your-second-home-into-a-tax-deferring-investment/): Second home 1031 exchange — how to convert a vacation property to qualifying investment use and defer capital gains tax. From 1031X.
- [Key Insights for Managing Multiple Sales and Purchases in One 1031 Exchange](https://www.1031x.com/advanced-strategies/key-insights-for-managing-multiple-sales-and-purchases-in-one-1031-exchange/): Multiple properties in one 1031 exchange — how to sell or buy several at once, the rules to follow, and the pitfalls to avoid. From 1031X.
- [How Filing Your Tax Return Early Could Disqualify Your 1031 Exchange](https://www.1031x.com/taxes-regulations/how-filing-your-tax-return-early-could-disqualify-your-1031-exchange/): Filing your tax return too early can disqualify your 1031 exchange — why it happens and when to file to protect your deferral.
- [Understanding Disaster Relief Extensions and How They Impact 1031 Exchanges](https://www.1031x.com/legal-and-compliance/understanding-disaster-relief-extensions-and-how-they-impact-1031-exchanges/): 1031 exchange disaster-relief extensions — how IRS deadline extensions work after a declared disaster, and who qualifies. From 1031X.
- [FIRPTA Issues in 1031 Exchanges for Foreign Property Sellers](https://www.1031x.com/taxes-regulations/firpta-issues-in-1031-exchanges-for-foreign-property-sellers/): FIRPTA and 1031 exchanges — how foreign sellers navigate withholding rules while deferring capital gains tax. Explained by 1031X.
- [Navigating IRS Rules for Vacation Homes and Second Homes In 1031 Exchanges](https://www.1031x.com/legal-and-compliance/navigating-irs-rules-for-vacation-homes-second-homes-in-1031-exchanges/): 1031 exchange rules for vacation and second homes — when they qualify, the IRS safe harbor, and how to stay compliant. From 1031X.
- [Navigating 1031 Exchange Requirements with Cooperation and Assignability Clauses](https://www.1031x.com/legal-and-compliance/navigating-1031-exchange-requirements-with-cooperation-and-assignability-clauses/): Cooperation and assignability clauses in a 1031 exchange — what they are, why your contract needs them, and how they work. From 1031X.
- [Understanding the Same-Taxpayer Rule in a 1031 Exchange](https://www.1031x.com/taxes-regulations/understanding-the-same-taxpayer-rule-in-a-1031-exchange/): The same-taxpayer rule in a 1031 exchange — why the buyer and seller entity must match, and how to avoid disqualifying your exchange.
- [Mastering the Basics of Real Property and Like-Kind Property](https://www.1031x.com/fundamentals/mastering-the-basics-of-real-property-and-like-kind-property/): Real property and like-kind property explained — what qualifies for a 1031 exchange and what doesn't. The basics, from 1031X.
- [When to Start Preparing for a 1031 Exchange](https://www.1031x.com/fundamentals/when-to-start-preparing-for-a-1031-exchange/): When to start preparing for a 1031 exchange — the timeline, the key deadlines, and the steps to take before you sell. From 1031X.
- [Why Early Involvement of a Qualified Intermediary is Crucial for Successful 1031 Exchanges](https://www.1031x.com/fundamentals/why-early-involvement-of-a-qualified-intermediary-is-crucial-for-successful-1031-exchanges/): Why involving a qualified intermediary early is crucial for a 1031 exchange — the risks of waiting and how 1031X helps from day one.
- [Navigating Exchange Pitfalls: 6 Mistakes to Avoid in Your 1031 Exchange](https://www.1031x.com/fundamentals/navigating-exchange-pitfalls-6-mistakes-to-avoid-in-your-1031-exchange/): 6 common 1031 exchange mistakes to avoid — from missed deadlines to boot — and how to keep your exchange on track. From 1031X.
- [Guide to Converting Investment Property into Principal Residence](https://www.1031x.com/legal-and-compliance/converting-investment-property-into-principal-residence/): Converting investment property into a principal residence after a 1031 exchange — the rules, the timeline, and the tax impact.
- [1031 Interview: Lauryn Dempsey](https://www.1031x.com/real-estate-and-investment/1031-interview-lauryn-dempsey/): Real-estate investing tips — a 1031X conversation with Lauryn Dempsey on growing a property portfolio tax-efficiently.
- [1031 Interview: Caryn Botknecht](https://www.1031x.com/real-estate-and-investment/1031-interview-caryn-botknecht/): Real-estate investing insights — a 1031X conversation with Caryn Botknecht on strategy, markets, and tax deferral.
- [Biden's "American Families Plan" to raise gains taxes, abolish large 1031 exchanges](https://www.1031x.com/news/bidens-american-families-plan-to-raise-gains-taxes-abolish-large-1031-exchanges/): Biden's American Families Plan and 1031 exchanges — the proposal to limit large exchanges and what it meant for investors. From 1031X.
- [Like-Kind Exchange — Examples of "Boot"](https://www.1031x.com/fundamentals/like-kind-exchange-examples-of-boot/): Like-kind exchange and taxable boot examples — see exactly how boot is created and taxed in a 1031 exchange, with clear worked examples.
- [Introducing: The 1031 Exchange Investor Center](https://www.1031x.com/news/introducing-the-1031-exchange-investor-center/): Introducing the 1031X Investor Center — a hub of guides, tools, and expert answers for navigating your 1031 exchange.
- [1031 Interview: Real Estate Investing with Matthew Frankel, CFP](https://www.1031x.com/real-estate-and-investment/1031-interview-real-estate-investing-with-matthew-frankel-cfp-2/): Real-estate investing and 1031 strategy — a conversation with Matthew Frankel, CFP, on building wealth through property. From 1031X.
- [What We Know About Biden's Plans for 1031 Exchanges](https://www.1031x.com/news/what-we-know-about-bidens-plans-for-1031-exchanges/): What we know about Biden's plans for 1031 exchanges — the proposed changes and their potential impact on investors. From 1031X.
- [Adding Value to Your Investment Property Using Innovative Building Materials](https://www.1031x.com/real-estate-and-investment/adding-value-to-your-investment-property-using-innovative-building-materials/): Adding value to your investment property with innovative building materials — boost returns ahead of your 1031 exchange. From 1031X.
- [1031 Exchange Tax Reporting — How to File?](https://www.1031x.com/taxes-regulations/1031-exchange-tax-reporting-how-to-file/): How to report a 1031 exchange on your taxes — Form 8824, timing, and what to file to keep your exchange valid. From 1031X.
- [1031 Exchange vs Opportunity Zones. Which is better for you?](https://www.1031x.com/taxes-regulations/1031-exchange-vs-opportunity-zones-which-is-better-for-you/): 1031 exchange vs. Opportunity Zones — compare how each defers capital gains, their rules and timelines, and which is better for your situation.
- [Partnership Strategies in a 1031 Exchange](https://www.1031x.com/taxes-regulations/partnership-strategies-in-a-1031-exchange/): Partnership strategies for a 1031 exchange — how partners can structure drop-and-swap and other approaches to defer capital gains. From 1031X.
- [4 Better Strategies for Owner Carry Financing](https://www.1031x.com/real-estate-and-investment/4-better-strategies-for-owner-carry-financing/): 4 better strategies for owner-carry (seller) financing in a 1031 exchange — defer taxes while financing your buyer. Explained by 1031X.
- [A Guide To Understanding Reverse Exchanges](https://www.1031x.com/advanced-strategies/a-guide-to-understanding-reverse-exchanges/): How reverse 1031 exchanges work — buy your replacement property before you sell. The structure, timelines, and rules, from 1031X.
- [Single Member LLCs as Tenants in Common](https://www.1031x.com/real-estate-and-investment/single-member-llcs-as-tenants-in-common/): Single-member LLCs as tenants in common in a 1031 exchange — how the structure works and keeps your exchange valid. From 1031X.

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