As the nation's largest Qualified Intermediary, IPX1031 provides industry leading exchange services including guidance, expertise and security for 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges.
owned qualified intermediary is instrumental in guiding individuals through the process and maximizing the benefits of the 1031 exchange, but you also get expert guidance.
Get Referrals from Trusted Sources Your attorney, tax advisor, and realtor should be in a good position to make a recommendation as well because they will be familiar with the specifics of your property transaction, and can ideally recommend a QI who has worked on a similar type of exchange in the past.
What to Look for in a Qualified Intermediary Transparency. It is essential to know who you are dealing with when choosing a facilitator. Business history. A reputable QI should be able to provide credible references. Communication and customer service. How funds are managed.
The QI must maintain the funds involved in the transaction separately from the taxpayer's accounts, and the qualified intermediary must be a neutral party. The intermediary can be a person, company, or other entity, but must not be related or married to the taxpayer.
As the nation's largest Qualified Intermediary, IPX1031 provides industry leading exchange services including guidance, expertise and security for 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges.
In a three or four party exchange, including the Taxpayer, Buyer of the old property and Seller of the replacement property, then yes, a Qualified Intermediary is required. The g(6) constructive receipt limitations of the 1031 code prohibit the taxpayer from touching the exchange funds or the net equity from the sale.
Without a qualified intermediary and an exchange agreement, the IRS may not recognize the transaction as a valid 1031 exchange.