1031 Advisory Services

1031 Exchange Advisory Services

Have a 1031 exchange need?

With 22 years of experience, BCE offers comprehensive, all-in-one 1031 exchange advisory services for real estate owners looking to preserve wealth, defer taxes, and move toward a more passive ownership role.

A 1031 exchange is one of the most powerful tools available to real estate owners — not just for deferring taxes, but for repositioning equity into a stronger, better-managed asset. Under Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code, investors who sell and exchange into like-kind commercial property can defer capital gains and depreciation recapture taxes, keeping 100% of their equity reinvested and compounding.

BCE serves as your single point of contact through the entire process: sourcing Qualified Intermediaries, identifying like-kind replacement properties, advising on the disposition of your relinquished property, managing acquisition and escrow, arranging debt financing, and providing active asset management through the hold period. We specialize in multifamily workforce housing across high-growth western markets — supply-constrained locations where high barriers to entry and population in-migration drive durable, long-term demand.

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BCE by the numbers

46

Exchanges completed

$540M

Total equity placed

100%

On-time closing rate

22 yrs

Operating in western multifamily markets

Who we work with

Preserve the wealth you have built.

A well-executed 1031 exchange addresses several critical investor needs — preserving wealth, deferring taxes, and creating a cleaner path forward.

Defer taxes on your gains.

A property sale triggers capital gains taxes, depreciation recapture, and state taxes that can erase 30–40% of your proceeds overnight. A 1031 exchange defers all of it — keeping 100% of your equity reinvested and compounding.

Step back from day-to-day management.

Tenants, maintenance, and operations consume time and energy that most owners are ready to reclaim. BCE takes over as operating partner after closing — you stay invested in real estate without being a landlord.

Simplify the transfer of wealth.

Complex ownership structures and highly appreciated property create real headaches for heirs and partners with different objectives. A 1031 exchange into a professionally managed asset simplifies ownership and creates a more flexible foundation for wealth transfer.

Why BCE

Operators first.

Most 1031 advisors help you find a replacement property and disappear at closing. BCE is different — we are a vertically integrated real estate operator with the relationships, team depth, and track record to back it up.

01

Institutional lender relationships

BCE has established long-standing relationships with agency lenders, life companies, and debt funds across western markets — giving exchange clients access to financing that smaller operators simply cannot source.

02

Deep broker network

Decades of transacting in our target markets means we see deals before they hit the market. Our broker relationships are a direct advantage when identifying the right replacement property under tight exchange timelines.

03

Owner-operator relationships

BCE's network of fellow owner-operators across the west creates off-market sourcing opportunities and a depth of market intelligence that informs every investment decision we make on behalf of exchange clients.

04

Experienced, seasoned team

Our team brings decades of combined experience across acquisitions, asset management, capital markets, and property operations — with the bench depth to execute complex exchanges and manage assets through full market cycles.

The BCE process

Get Ahead of Your 1031 Exchange Timeline

The most successful exchanges are planned before the sale closes. Here's how BCE works with you from initial conversation through long-term asset management.

Initial Consultation

A confidential discussion about your property, estimated proceeds, timing, tax objectives, and investment goals — ideally before your sale closes.

Exchange Planning

We help you source a QI, understand the 45-day identification window, review replacement property options, and prepare for every deadline in the exchange timeline.

Property Identification

BCE identifies multifamily assets in our target markets that fit your exchange requirements, equity amount, and investment profile.

Closing Execution

We coordinate documentation, financing, escrow, and investor onboarding to ensure the transaction closes within the required timeline.

Asset Management

After closing, BCE continues as your operating partner — managing the investment, executing the value-add plan, and communicating with investors throughout the hold period.

Ongoing Reporting

Investors receive quarterly reports covering property performance, market conditions, business plan execution, and key investment milestones.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

What is a 1031 exchange?

A 1031 exchange allows an investor to sell qualifying investment real estate and reinvest the proceeds into like-kind replacement property while deferring capital gains and depreciation recapture taxes.

When should I speak with BCE?

Ideally before your property sale closes. Early planning allows more time to source a QI, review replacement property options, and prepare for the 45-day identification window.

What is the 45-day identification period?

Once your relinquished property closes, you have 45 calendar days to identify potential replacement properties in writing. This period is strict and cannot be extended.

What is the 180-day closing requirement?

You must complete the acquisition of your replacement property within 180 days of the relinquished property closing, inclusive of the 45-day identification period.

Does BCE serve as the Qualified Intermediary?

No. Investors work with an independent QI. BCE coordinates with your QI and other advisors throughout the process but does not replace tax, legal, or exchange counsel.

What types of properties can I exchange from?

Investors commonly exchange from apartments, commercial buildings, rental homes, land, and other investment real estate. Primary residences generally do not qualify.

Can I exchange into multiple replacement properties?

In many cases yes, subject to the applicable 1031 identification rules. Consult your tax advisor for your specific situation.

Does BCE provide tax or legal advice?

No. BCE does not provide tax, legal, or accounting advice. Investors should consult their CPA, attorney, and Qualified Intermediary before completing a 1031 exchange.

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BCE does not provide tax or legal advice. Consult your CPA or tax attorney regarding your specific exchange circumstances. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investments involve risk including potential loss of principal.