Isett's legal, financial and real estate experience brings a valuable perspective to helping investors navigate 1031 exchanges.
COLLEGEVILLE, PA – October 21, 2026 – 1031 CORP., a nationally recognized Qualified Intermediary specializing in tax-deferred 1031 exchanges, is pleased to announce that Chad Isett, JD, CES®, Exchange Officer, has once again earned the Certified Exchange Specialist® (CES®) designation from the Federation of Exchange Accommodators (FEA).
Isett brings a unique combination of legal education, financial services experience and hands-on exchange knowledge to his role at 1031 CORP. His professional background includes work in the legal, title, banking and lending industries, providing him with a broad understanding of the many considerations involved in real estate transactions.
“Chad's diverse professional background and commitment to helping clients understand the exchange process make him a valuable member of our team,” said Margo McDonnell, CRE, CES®, President and CEO of 1031 CORP. “Earning his CES® designation is an important professional accomplishment and reflects his dedication to the specialized knowledge and high standards our clients and their advisors expect from 1031 CORP.”
Isett first joined 1031 CORP. in 2002 as an Exchange Officer and initially earned his CES® designation in 2005, maintaining the credential until he left the exchange industry. He returned to 1031 CORP. in 2023, bringing an even broader professional background. A graduate of Widener University Delaware Law School, where he earned his Juris Doctor degree, his career has also included serving as a law clerk for the Bradford County Court of Common Pleas, working for a regional title agency and gaining experience in retail banking and lending. He also brings an entrepreneurial perspective from his experience as a business owner and real estate investor.
The CES® designation is widely recognized as the 1031 exchange industry's premier professional credential. Administered by the FEA, the voluntary certification requires a minimum of three years of full-time exchange experience and successful completion of a comprehensive examination covering exchange procedures, technical requirements and ethical responsibilities. Designees must also adhere to a strict code of ethics and complete ongoing continuing education.
With his new designation, Isett further strengthens 1031 CORP.'s team of experienced exchange professionals dedicated to helping investors and their advisors navigate transactions with knowledgeable, personalized service.
About 1031 CORP.
1031 CORP. is a nationally recognized Qualified Intermediary (QI) specializing in tax-deferred 1031 exchange transactions under Internal Revenue Code Section 1031. As one of the top qualified intermediaries in the United States, 1031 CORP. helps real estate investors, business owners, and their trusted advisors—including real estate agents, attorneys, accountants, financial professionals, and title and escrow officers—defer capital gains taxes through compliant like-kind exchanges. With decades of national experience completing thousands of successful real property exchanges, 1031 CORP. delivers what investors ask for most: security, expertise, and exceptional service. 1031 CORP. facilitates all types of 1031 exchanges, including reverse 1031 exchanges, delayed exchanges, improvement exchanges, and simultaneous exchanges. With multiple Certified Exchange Specialists® (CES®) on staff, 1031 CORP. is the best choice for your 1031.
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