First American Exchange Company Launches The 1031 Brief Podcast to Help Real Estate Investors and Advisors Better Understand 1031 Exchange Planning

—Hosted by Divisional Counsel Ashley Stefan, the podcast series delivers practical, educational conversations on 1031 exchanges, market trends and investment planning—

SANTA ANA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First American Exchange Company, a Qualified Intermediary providing a comprehensive suite of 1031 exchange services and a subsidiary of First American Title Insurance Company, today announced the launch of The 1031 Brief™ podcast. Hosted by Ashley Stefan, divisional counsel for First American Exchange Company and a leading voice in the 1031 exchange industry, The 1031 Brief delivers clear, practical conversations that simplify 1031 exchange concepts, planning considerations, market dynamics and common transaction challenges for real estate investors and the professionals who advise them.

Published monthly, the podcast is designed to make complex topics more approachable and actionable for real estate investors and the professionals who advise them, including brokers, CPAs, attorneys, registered investment advisors, title and escrow professionals, and anyone interested in investment real estate. By helping listeners build a stronger understanding of the 1031 exchange process before a sale is underway, The 1031 Brief aims to support earlier conversations between investors and their tax, legal and financial advisors—well before critical transaction deadlines begin.

"A successful 1031 exchange often begins long before a property goes on the market. The earlier investors understand their options, the more flexibility they'll have when important decisions arise," said Stefan. "This podcast is designed to help listeners understand the questions they should ask and the steps they can take earlier in the process, so they're better prepared to work with their tax and legal advisors on important real estate decisions."

Launching with a focus on 1031 exchange basics, the podcast explores topics such as what a 1031 exchange is, what "like-kind" means in the context of investment real estate, and how evolving market conditions can influence exchange planning. Future episodes will feature practical planning discussions, expert interviews and insights intended to help both investors and their advisors better navigate real-world exchange scenarios.

Stream The 1031 Brief podcast on major podcast platforms, the First American Exchange Company website, www.firstexchange.com, or YouTube.

Launch episodes of The 1031 Brief podcast include:

• What is a 1031 Exchange?
• How Does the Market Affect 1031 Planning?
• Are you Leaving Money on the Table?

Disclaimer

The 1031 Brief is intended solely for educational purposes and does not constitute legal, tax, financial or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own tax advisors and legal counsel regarding their individual circumstances.

About The 1031 Brief™

The 1031 Brief is a monthly educational podcast from First American Exchange Company exploring the people, market trends and planning strategies shaping today's 1031 exchange landscape. Hosted by Divisional Counsel Ashley Stefan, each episode features practical conversations with experienced professionals designed to help investors and their advisors make more informed real estate decisions.

About First American Exchange Company

First American Exchange Company is a Qualified Intermediary and a subsidiary of First American Title Insurance Company, providing a comprehensive suite of 1031 exchange services for investors seeking tax-deferred exchanges under Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code. Through experienced professionals, educational resources and responsive service, the company helps investors and their advisors successfully navigate exchange transactions from planning through completion.

About First American Title Insurance Company

First American Title Insurance Company, the largest subsidiary of First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF), traces its history to 1889. One of the largest title insurers in the nation, the company offers title services through its direct operations and an extensive network of agents throughout the United States and abroad. First American Title provides comprehensive title insurance coverage and professional services for real estate purchases, construction, refinances and equity loans. For more information, visit www.firstam.com/title.

About First American

First American Financial Corporation (NYSE: FAF) is a premier provider of title, settlement, and risk solutions for real estate transactions. With its combination of financial strength and stability built over more than 135 years, innovative proprietary technologies, and unmatched data assets, the company is leading the digital transformation of its industry. First American also provides data products to the title industry and other third parties; valuation products and services; mortgage subservicing; home warranty products; banking, trust and wealth management services; and other related products and services. With total revenue of $7.5 billion in 2025, the company offers its products and services directly and through its agents throughout the United States and abroad. In 2026, First American was named one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For by Great Place to Work^® and Fortune Magazine for the eleventh consecutive year. More information about the company can be found at www.firstam.com.

Media Contact:
Marcus Ginnaty
Corporate Communications
First American Financial Corporation
(714) 250-3298

Investor Contact:
Craig Barberio
Investor Relations
First American Financial Corporation
(714) 250-5214

First American Exchange Company:
Nicole Stenclik, nicole@akrete.com