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.
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
For three decades, 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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1031 Exchange expert, David Moore Equity Advantage CEO, answers what you want to know about 1031 Exchanges. Watch or read, the last information regarding 1031 opportunities, best practices and expert tips.
How Does a Qualified Intermediary Facilitate a 1031 Exchange?
A successful 1031 exchange isn’t a do-it-yourself project. You must follow IRS rules to realize the tax deferral benefits, and to do that you’ll need a QI.
What is the Definition of Like-Kind Property in a 1031 Exchange?
As the market improves investors want to exchange into different forms of real estate investment. What qualifies as a like-kind property for a 1031 exchange?
How Does Property Vesting Affect the 1031 Exchange?
One of the most important factors in a 1031 exchange is how the relinquished property is held. Here’s how to deal with differently vested properties.
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.
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1031 Exchange News and Continuing Education Classes
Deal of the Month – Jan 2021
Some 1031 exchanges are inherently more complicated than others. In this Deal of the Month, Equity Advantage explains the steps involved in a recent exchange.
Introducing Our January Webinar Classes
Join Equity Advantage and IRA Advantage for our January webinar classes on successful 1031 exchange transactions and your IRA investment options for the future.
WEBINAR: 1031’s for Today: Exchange Stories You Won’t Forget – Wednesday January 27th, 2021
WEBINAR. 1031’s for Today: Exchange Stories You Won’t Forget. This class covers 1031 exchange fundamentals and a case study of recently structured deals.