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Published 12/31/2025

Julie Baird Shares Her Thoughts on 1031 Exchange Trends in the Wealth Management 2026 Market Outlook

First American Exchange Company President Julie Baird wrote an article for the Wealth Management 2026 Market Outlook exploring how interest rate changes could shape real estate transaction activity and 1031 exchange volume in the year ahead. Julie explains how the Federal Reserve’s efforts to balance inflation and employment may influence mortgage rates, investor behavior, and deal flow across commercial real estate markets. She also discusses how 1031 exchanges can provide investors with flexibility during periods of uncertainty, helping them defer capital gains taxes, access opportunities as prices adjust, and make strategic decisions even in slower transaction environments.

Read the full article in the Wealth Management 2026 Market Outlook.

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Julie Baird in the Wealth Management 2026 Market Outlook | First American Exchange Company