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Leah Badach, 1031 Exchange Specialist serving Washington

1031 Exchange Specialist Washington

Certified Exchange Specialist

The Sontag Group The Sontag Group

Washington's trusted qualified intermediary for seamless 1031 tax-deferred exchanges on rental properties, commercial real estate, and multi-family housing.

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

1031 Exchanges in Washington

Looking to defer capital gains taxes on your Washington investment property? A 1031 exchange lets you sell and reinvest into like-kind property while keeping 100% of your equity working for you. Seattle's high-value market means substantial tax savings through 1031 exchanges.

Washington recently enacted a 7% capital gains tax on gains over $270,000 — making 1031 exchanges more important than ever. Working with a Certified Exchange Specialist ensures you meet every IRS deadline and maximize your tax deferral — whether you're exchanging rental properties, commercial real estate, and multi-family housing in Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, Bellevue.

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.

Washington 1031 Exchange FAQ

Common questions from Washington investors

How does a 1031 exchange work in Washington?
A 1031 exchange in Washington 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. Washington recently enacted a 7% capital gains tax on gains over $270,000 — making 1031 exchanges more important than ever.
Do I need a qualified intermediary in Washington?
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 Washington?
Any property held for investment or business use qualifies, including rental properties, commercial real estate, and multi-family housing. 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 Washington.
Can I exchange my Washington property for one in another state?
Absolutely. 1031 exchanges allow you to sell in Washington 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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