Ross Fong, CES® and James Callejas, CES®
San Francisco Bay Area
Ross’ Contact Info
Cell: (415) 471-8278
Direct: (415) 291-5145
Fax: (415) 896-9422
Email: ross.fong@ipx1031.com
Ross Fong’s Bio
Ross Fong’s Bio
Certified Exchange Specialist (CES®) Ross Fong serves a dual role as Senior Exchange Officer and Co-Account Executive working with James Callejas, Vice President of Major Accounts to provide 1031 Exchange coverage within the San Francisco area. Together Ross and James bring over 50 years experience, over 50,000 personally completed Tax Deferred Exchanges and provide the most comprehensive 1031 knowledge, tools, and solutions that the 1031 industry can offer.
Ross and James both have received the prestigious Certified Exchange Specialist® (CES®) designation by the Federation of Exchange Accommodators. As a 1031 Exchange expert, James frequently speaks to investors, commercial brokers, REALTORS®, attorneys and CPAs on the “ins and outs” of tax deferred exchanges, associated tax implications, and how to build wealth within real estate by utilizing 1031 Exchanges.
James’ Contact Info
Cell: (415) 640-0794
Fax: (415) 896-9422
Email: james.callejas@ipx1031.com
James Callejas’ Bio
James Callejas’ Bio
Over a period of over 26 years, James Callejas, IPX1031 Vice President of Major Accounts in Northern California, has learned about 1031 Exchanges from the bottom-up, starting with documenting the process in accordance with IRS regulations all the way to running seminars and educating audiences on 1031 Exchange rules and 1031 regulations.
James has received the prestigious Certified Exchange Specialist® (CES®) designation by the Federation of Exchange Accommodators. As a 1031 Exchange expert, James frequently speaks to investors, commercial brokers, REALTORS®, attorneys and CPAs on the “ins and outs” of tax deferred exchanges, associated tax implications, and how to build wealth within real estate by utilizing 1031 Exchanges.

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Office
455 Market St., Ste 1850, San Francisco, CA 94105
IPX1031 Northern California Regional Office
1735 Technology Drive Suite 830, San Jose CA 95110
Phone: (415) 293-7011
Toll-Free: (866) 228-1031
Fax: (415) 896-9422
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1031 Exchange FAQs
How do I know if a 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange is right for me?
In order to determine if an exchange is needed, the investor would need to meet with their tax advisor to determine the potential tax consequence. If there are substantial gains most investors will exchange.
Are there special 1031 Exchange rules or regulations in California?
Yes, there is the California Clawback. When you sell an investment piece of real estate in California and exchange into another state you must file informational returns showing you have not sold that Replacement Property each year until you sell or pass away. If you fail to do so, the state of California will assume you sold the property and will want to be paid the taxes owed from the gains of that California property.
What are the benefits of doing a 1031 Exchange?
There are many benefits to a Tax Deferred Exchange. Most of our clients exchange to purchase a superior piece of investment property. Sometimes that would result in an increase in cash flow, a new depreciation schedule, purchasing commercial passive investment property or just changing property type and location. It depends on what the investor values most in investment property.
Where can I do a 1031 Exchange?
You are allowed to purchase Replacement Property anywhere in the United States. Can I buy out of the country? Unfortunately you are only allowed to purchase domestic property, including certain US territories.
Can I improve property I already own using 1031 Exchange funds?
Unfortunately you are only allowed to improve property that you acquire through your exchange. Building on land that you already own does not qualify.
How do I get started with my Tax Deferred 1031 Exchange?
Contact Ross Fong at IPX1031 prior to listing your investment property for sale at (415) 471-8278 or click here for an online Start an Exchange form.
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