The People Behind Your Exchange
Meet the Team
Every 1031 exchange at 1031 Federal is handled by a small, experienced team that is personally invested in your outcome. You will work with the same people from start to finish -- no call centers, no handoffs.
Steve Wolterman
Founder & Qualified Intermediary
Attorney at Law | CES Designee | FEA Member
Steve Wolterman
Founder & Qualified Intermediary
Attorney at Law | CES Designee | FEA Member
Steve Wolterman founded 1031 Federal Exchange to give real estate investors access to a qualified intermediary with genuine legal expertise. As a licensed attorney and Certified Exchange Specialist (CES), Steve brings a level of transactional oversight that title companies and escrow-only QIs simply cannot match. He has personally guided hundreds of investors through forward, reverse, improvement, and commercial exchanges -- ensuring every transaction is structured correctly from the first call to the final closing.
- Licensed Attorney -- Ohio Bar
- Certified Exchange Specialist (CES)
- Federation of Exchange Accommodators (FEA) Member
- Hundreds of exchanges closed nationwide
Alex Brammer
Director of Operations
Exchange Coordinator | Client Relationship Lead
Alex Brammer
Director of Operations
Exchange Coordinator | Client Relationship Lead
Alex Brammer oversees the day-to-day operations of 1031 Federal Exchange and serves as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the exchange process. From the initial consultation through the final closing, Alex ensures every deadline is met, every document is in order, and every client has a clear understanding of where their exchange stands. His hands-on approach means clients are never left waiting for answers or wondering about next steps.
- Primary client contact throughout the exchange
- Exchange timeline and deadline management
- Coordinates with closing agents, attorneys, and title companies
- Ensures IRS compliance at every stage
Emily Ames
Client Relations Manager
Exchange Coordinator | Client Experience Lead
Emily Ames
Client Relations Manager
Exchange Coordinator | Client Experience Lead
Emily Ames manages client communications and coordinates the administrative side of every exchange at 1031 Federal Exchange. She is often the first voice clients hear and the person who keeps the process moving smoothly behind the scenes. Emily's attention to detail and commitment to responsive communication means clients always have someone available to answer questions, track document status, and provide updates -- from the moment an exchange opens to the day it closes.
- First point of contact for new clients
- Document coordination and status tracking
- Responsive communication throughout the exchange
- Administrative oversight for every open exchange
Why a Small, Dedicated Team Matters
Large QI companies process thousands of exchanges per year. Your file is one of many. At 1031 Federal Exchange, the same people who open your exchange are the ones who see it through to closing.
Direct Access
You work with the same team members from day one. No call centers, no account numbers, no being passed around.
Attorney Oversight
Every exchange is overseen by a licensed attorney. Legal expertise is built into the process, not an add-on.
Accountable
When you call, you reach someone who knows your exchange. Questions get answered the same day, not the next business week.