A 1031 Exchange is a transaction in which a taxpayer can sell one property and buy another without an immediate tax consequence. We facilitate and support 1031 Exchanges of investment properties for tax deferral and to maximize investment dollars.Providing Michigan investors with 1031 Exchange replacement properties guidance, FAQ, rules and 1031 Exchange listings. Operating through Transnation Title Agency of MichiganWMES is the intermediary you need to complete a taxdeferred exchange. One rule regarding deferred 1031 exchanges that absolutely must be followed is that you need to work with a Qualified Intermediary. The qualified intermediary holds your sale proceeds in escrow until the exchange is complete.