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Leah Badach, 1031 Exchange Specialist serving Maine

1031 Exchange Specialist Maine

Certified Exchange Specialist

The Sontag Group The Sontag Group

Maine's trusted qualified intermediary for seamless 1031 tax-deferred exchanges on vacation properties, rental homes, and commercial real estate.

10+
Years
5,000+
Exchanges
$1B+
Facilitated

1031 Exchanges in Maine

Looking to defer capital gains taxes on your Maine investment property? A 1031 exchange lets you sell and reinvest into like-kind property while keeping 100% of your equity working for you. Maine's high state tax rate makes 1031 exchanges especially valuable for deferral.

Maine taxes capital gains as ordinary income at up to 7.15%. Working with a Certified Exchange Specialist ensures you meet every IRS deadline and maximize your tax deferral — whether you're exchanging vacation properties, rental homes, and commercial real estate in Portland, Bangor, Lewiston.

Leah Badach, CES at The Sontag Group, has facilitated over 5,000 exchanges totaling more than $1 billion nationwide, including forward exchanges, reverse 1031 exchanges, DST exchanges for passive investors, and construction/improvement exchanges.

Maine 1031 Exchange FAQ

Common questions from Maine investors

How does a 1031 exchange work in Maine?
A 1031 exchange in Maine follows the same IRS rules as anywhere in the U.S. You sell an investment property, a qualified intermediary holds the proceeds, you identify replacement properties within 45 days, and close within 180 days. Maine taxes capital gains as ordinary income at up to 7.15%.
Do I need a qualified intermediary in Maine?
Yes. IRS rules require a qualified intermediary (QI) to facilitate your 1031 exchange. The QI holds your sale proceeds and ensures compliance with all deadlines. You cannot touch the funds yourself, or the exchange is disqualified. Talk to a certified QI today.
What properties qualify for a 1031 exchange in Maine?
Any property held for investment or business use qualifies, including vacation properties, rental homes, and commercial real estate. Primary residences and fix-and-flip properties do not qualify. Your replacement property can be in any U.S. state — you're not limited to Maine.
Can I exchange my Maine property for one in another state?
Absolutely. 1031 exchanges allow you to sell in Maine and buy replacement property anywhere in the United States. Many investors use this to diversify into different markets or move into passive investments like DSTs.
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