1031 EXCHANGE AS - Key Persons


George M. Christofely - Founder, President

Job Titles:
  • Founder
  • President
  • Preside Nt / Ow Ner
These are just some of the words used by Attorneys, Accountants, Realtors and others to describe George M. Christofely, CPA* and William T. Steffens in their role as "Qualified Intermediary" of 1031 Like-Kin d Exchanges. George M. Christofely, CPA*, President/Owner of 1031 Exchange Specialists, Inc., is a 1978 graduate of Saint John's University in New York. Mr. Christofely went on to earn his Certified Public Accountant license* in New York and New Jersey. Mr. Christofely held a fellowship in the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants for over 25 years. Mr. Christofely's background included a position with Price Waterhouse and Fortune 500 companies: Xerox Financial Services, The Hertz Corporation, and Prudential Real Estate. He was a founding partner of the regional New Jersey CPA firm of Ruane, Christofely & Associates. Mr. Christofely began serving as Qualified Intermediary for I.R.C. Like-Kind Exchanges approximately 23 years ago and later became Vice President and General Manager of Jersey Realty Exchange Corporation. Mr. Christofely has published numerous articles and conducted seminars on I.R.C. 1031 Like-Kind Exchanges. Mr. Christofely serves as Qualified Intermediary throughout the United States, District of Columbia and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

William T. Steffens - EVP

Job Titles:
  • Executive Vice President
  • Owner