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The FEA is the only national trade organization formed to represent the Qualified Intermediary (QIs) industry and the interests of consumers who use these services. Qualified Intermediaries are professionals who are trained to execute 1031 Exchanges. The FEA also represents the legal/tax advisors and affiliated businesses that are directly involved in Section 1031 Exchanges. Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code provides that no gain or loss shall be recognized on the exchange of property held for productive use in a trade or business, or for investment.

For more information on the conference, please visit the FEA website at: www.1031.org , or to make hotel accommodations, call The Westin Hotel directly at 888-627-8385. Conference attendees should mention the FEA to receive the discounted rate of $269/night. The Conference falls during the Chicago Marathon, so it will be important to book a room early. All FEA members can expect to receive a full agenda and registration materials within the next several weeks.

David Lereah, current Vice President of Move Inc. and former chief economist of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) will deliver the Conference Keynote.

Conference attendees can expect to receive the following benefits:

The largest opportunity to network with individuals affiliated with the 1031 industry
Educational sessions on a variety of topics for both experienced and new QIs
Premier industry speakers
Pertinent updates on all the major issues impacting the industry, including regulatory initiatives in several states
Marketing workshop and "Exchange Basics" boot camp
Bi-annual CES® Exam

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The Federation of Exchange Accommodators (FEA) is a national trade organization formed to represent qualified intermediaries (QI's), their primary legal/tax advisors and affiliates who are directly involved in Section 1031 Exchanges. Formed in 1989, the FEA was organized to promote the discussion of ideas and innovations in the industry, to establish and promote ethical standards of conduct for QI's, to offer education to both the exchange industry and the general public, and to work toward the development of uniformity of practice and terminology within the exchange profession. The FEA also provides timely input and updates on pending issues at both the State and Federal level, Internal Revenue Service and Treasury Rulings, and Court Decisions.

For more information on membership in The FEA, and the Industry's upcoming annual conference, please visit www.1031.org.