The national Federation of Exchange Accommodators (FEA), ‘The Voice of the 1031 Industry’, has published a brochure that provides taxpayers with those areas of concern in which they should determine in advance a QI firm qualifications and experience.
The brochure notes the importance of having a Certified Exchange Specialist® (CES®) on staff as being a good indicator of professional skills.
A copy of the “Ask Your Qualified Intermediary” brochure, is located here: FEA QI Brochure