Step 1: While contemplating the sale of an investment property, contact 1031 Pros. The QI should be a company that works on a full-time business of facilitating 1031 exchanges.Before closing on the sale, the investor must enter an agreement with a Qualified Intermediary. A Qualified Intermediary (QI) helps facilitate tax-deferred exchanges under IRS code. Learn more about QIs and the part they play in a 1031 Exchange. Your Qualified Intermediary will assist you through the entire 1031 exchange account process. Identification of replacement property must be provided to intermediary (or suitable party to the exchange) prior to 45th day deadline. IPX1031 is a full service Qualified Intermediary with highly specialized 1031 Exchange divisions. You must work with a qualified intermediary to facilitate the exchange, and we recommend liaising with experienced tax professionals for guidance. We have the experience and flexibility to act as an agent in like-kind exchange transactions.