Stephen Decker is the Senior Vice President of Major Accounts at Investment Property Exchange Services, Inc. He has nearly two decades of experience in the 1031 Exchange industry, specializing in structuring, coordinating, and procuring various types of tax deferred exchanges such as Delayed, Simultaneous, Reverse, and Build-to-Suit. Stephen is an expert on 1031 Exchange rules and regulations and frequently speaks and writes on topics related to real estate, tax, and estate planning. He also provides Continuing Legal Education and Continuing Professional Education for attorneys and CPAs. Additionally, he is a regular speaker at real estate forums targeting a diverse professional audience including Commercial Brokers, Agents, Wealth Managers, and Principals. Stephen holds a B.A. from North Carolina State University and has previous experience as a Senior Exchange Coordinator and Commercial Property Manager in Los Angeles, CA. He currently resides in Southern California.
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