
1031 Exchanges Done Right Since 1991
Our 1031 exchange intermediary services get deals done by delivering secure solutions uniquely designed to maximize the potential of each 1031 Exchange. As a 1031 exchange facilitator our goal is to help you protect equity in your investments and give you the freedom to pursue your goals.
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Why choose EA as your Qualified Intermediary (QI)?
We’re experts in 1031 exchanges, an IRS-authorized process that lets you exchange like-kinds of property—while deferring tax liability.

Enjoy More Flexibility
The professionals at Equity Advantage will show you how a 1031 exchange empowers you to move from investment to investment, while keeping your equity intact.

Defer Your Tax Liability
Instead of facing taxes of a third or more on your gain with a sale of your investment property, put that money into a new investment with a 1031 exchange.

With You Every Step of the Way
Since 1991 we’ve facilitated the full range of exchanges. Our team includes experts in taxation and investment analysis, contract law, escrow, and real estate.
Whether utilizing a Delayed, Reverse or Improvement Exchange
we have the experience and expertise necessary to get the difficult deal done.
Our Team is Your Team
For more than twenty years, we’ve been the 1031 Exchange experts.
We’ll help you with contracts, consult with you on taxation, evaluate investments, and most importantly partner with you.

David Moore, CEO, founded Equity Advantage with his brother Tom in 1991, after a successful real estate investment career. David is a nationally recognized expert on 1031 exchanges and a former board member of the Federation of Exchange Accommodators. David is a Certified Exchange Specialist (CES).
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Thomas Moore is the President of Equity Advantage and a cofounder, with his brother David. Tom takes great pride in the firm being a true resource for clients, pointing to the number of repeat clients the firm has. He is a graduate of UC San Diego.
We are here to answer your 1031 Exchange questions.
It’s important to our clients to understand the process they are about to go through before they actually begin a exchange. For this reason, we’re only a phone call away, plus we offer classes and a wealth of 1031 Exchange reference materials on our website.
The IRS requires that an Exchangor use a neutral third party, known as an intermediary or accommodator, to facilitate a 1031 Tax Free Exchange. Equity Advantage, Inc. is a qualified intermediary agency able to properly assess the current 1031 Exchange rules and assist Exchangors with the process.
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2 The Exchanged properties must be like-kind to one another. If selling real estate, the Exchangor must purchase real estate. If selling personal property, the Exchangor must purchase personal property of the same class.
3. The exchange must satisfy the “Napkin Test.” This means, the Exchangor needs to go across or up in value and equity when finding a replacement property. If they reduce their value, they will owe taxes on the difference.
4. There must be continuity of vesting throughout the exchange. The same entity that gives up the relinquished property must receive the replacement property. (If John Smith sells property A, he must be the one that buys property B)
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Call Equity Advantage today for answers to your 1031 Exchange questions.
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Latest News – Videos – Audio Casts – Educational Opportunities
1031 Exchange BlogCasts
1031 Exchange expert, David Moore Equity Advantage CEO, answers what you want to know about 1031 Exchanges. Listen or read, the last information regarding 1031 opportunities, best practices and expert tips.

Identifying Property in a Tax Deferred 1031 Exchange
Avoid mistakes when you defer capital gains tax in the sale of investment property. Know the rules for identifying properties in a tax deferred 1031 exchange.

1031 Exchange Rules – Does Your Property Qualify?
A 1031 exchange is a great way to maximize your return as an investor. Discover what 1031 exchange rules govern qualifying properties.

1031 Exchange Definitions: Who Is an Exchange Accommodator?
David Moore with Equity Advantage, 1031 exchange expert, explains what an exchange accommodator does.
1031 Exchange Ask the Experts
David Moore, Equity Advantage CEO teams up with industry experts to answer questions they are most asked by clients about 1031 Exchanges, market trends and opportunities in this video series. Watch, listen or read, to find out what the experts have to say.

Opportunity Zones – How Do I Get Started?
David Moore with Equity Advantage and attorney Connie Rathbone with Dunn Carney look at how to get started with Opportunity Zone investments.

Opportunity Zones – What Are the Benefits?
David Moore with Equity Advantage looks at the benefits of Opportunity Zone investments with attorney Connie Rathbone with Dunn Carney.

What Is an Opportunity Zone?
David Moore with Equity Advantage discusses Opportunity Zones with attorney Connie Rathbone with Dunn Carney.
1031 Exchange News

2019 Commercial Real Estate SWOT Conference – September 26th
Equity Advantage is proud to be sponsoring and speaking at the 2019 Commercial Real Estate S.W.O.T. conference! This is a one day conference presented by CCIM Institute, designed to expose the local, regional and national issues impacting the commercial real estate industry. From financing to staffing, taxation to technology, litigation to migration, there will be something for everyone involved in CRE!

Last Chance to RSVP! Advanced 1031 Exchanges, The Fun Stuff…
One more day to sign up for Advanced 1031 Exchanges: The Fun Stuff… 2 Credit Hour course taught by Equity Advantage 1031 exchange expert David Moore.

1031 Exchanges: Improving Property Already Owned
YES, it is possible to improve property ALREADY OWNED by a 1031 Exchange! An improvement exchange just means we are going to buy something and build on it... Hear it all from the best 1031 Exchange...

Business Briefing: IRA Opportunities For Investors
We invite you to listen to Brian Bushlach’s Business Briefing segment featuring David Moore of IRA Advantage and Equity Advantage. David and Brian discuss opportunities for investors seeking self-directed IRA’s and 401K’s. With bargains in the real estate market,...

Using 1031 Exchanges & Self-Directed IRAs to Do a Deal Today, Wednesday, December 18th, 2019
David Moore, Equity Advantage 1031 exchange and self-directed IRA expert, announces the upcoming class for helping brokers to help their clients with investing.