1031 CORP. Celebrates 35 Years of Empowering Clients to Achieve Their Real Estate Investment Goals
The firm has earned a reputation for personalized service, industry leadership, and an experience designed around the needs of investors and their advisors.
COLLEGEVILLE, Penn., January 07, 2026–(BUSINESS WIRE)–This week, 1031 CORP., a leading Qualified Intermediary (QI) that facilitates 1031 exchanges, marked 35 years of helping investors nationwide confidently pursue their investment goals, preserve equity and simplify their 1031 exchange experience.
1031 exchanges allow property owners to defer gains when selling and reinvesting property for business or investment purposes.
“At its heart, a 1031 exchange is about momentum and helping investors look forward without unnecessary friction,” said Margo McDonnell, CRE, CES®, President and CEO of 1031 CORP. “Our role is to simplify a complex process, provide clarity at every step, and support our clients in pursuing their long-term goals.”
Since 1991, the nationally recognized company has supported investors in all 50 states and Washington, D.C., establishing itself as an industry innovator. The company works closely with individual investors, family offices, developers and closely held businesses—along with their attorneys, accountants, real estate advisors and closing agents—to grow portfolios, reposition assets and respond to changing market conditions.
As a highlight of 1031 CORP.’s 35th year, six months ago the firm was named a Top 1031 Exchange Services Provider by Real Estate Business Review, recognizing its technical expertise, client-first philosophy and long-standing leadership in the 1031 exchange industry.
Throughout its 35-year history, 1031 CORP. has morphed to adapt to the changing economic needs of its clients. The company was affiliated with a national title company prior to breaking off and becoming independently owned in 2010. “We wanted to offer a strategic advantage for investors and team members alike, and ensure transparency is always at the core of the process,” said McDonnell of the change that set the stage for 2026’s milestone. “Now, the firm can be flexible and make decisions quickly without competing priorities, yielding precise client outcomes and empowering the exchange team to be responsive and highly engaged with clients.”
As part of the firm’s commitment to education and service, members of the leadership team have served on the Board of Directors of the Federation of Exchange Accommodators (FEA) almost continuously since 1997, contributing to the development of professional standards and best practices across the industry.
