Visit our library of important 1031 exchange forms. The pros at Equity Advantage have provided everything you need in easily downloadable PDF files.In order to start a 1031 exchange, you need to take a few steps. The most important is you need to hire an exchange agent prior to your first closing. Our Fort Worth real estate lawyer can help investors complete 1031 like-kind exchanges and defer capital gains taxes. Call 817-349-7330 for a free consult. Investors must use Form 8824, "LikeKind Exchanges," to report each exchange to the IRS. We facilitate and support 1031 Exchanges of investment properties for tax deferral and to maximize investment dollars.