At St. Johns Law Group, we understand the unique needs of St. Augustine title and real estate investors, including the critical timelines that apply to 1031 exchanges and investment property transactions. Whether you’re flipping homes, building a rental portfolio, or structuring a like-kind exchange, our experienced title professionals and closing team are here to ensure your transaction closes accurately, efficiently, and in full compliance with IRS regulations.
We proudly serve investors throughout St. Augustine, Northeast Florida, and beyond, offering streamlined title support tailored for speed, legal clarity, and strategic execution.
We work with local and out-of-state investors, including:
Buy-and-hold investors
Fix-and-flip investors
Out-of-state landlords
Commercial real estate investors
Developers and builders
Self-directed IRA purchasers
Multi-property and portfolio buyers
Our investor-focused services include:
Fast title searches and underwriting
Entity-specific documentation (LLCs, partnerships, trusts)
Assignment of contract closings
Hard money lender coordination
Escrow disbursements for draws and payoffs
Remote or mail-away closings for out-of-state clients
Whether you’re working with a Realtor or sourcing deals directly, our attorney team understands the pace and complexity of investor transactions.
We provide secure and compliant title and closing services for IRS Section 1031 Like-Kind Exchanges, working alongside your qualified intermediary (QI) to meet critical exchange deadlines and requirements.
Coordinating with your QI and tax advisors
Holding replacement property funds in escrow
Reviewing exchange agreements and timelines
Title clearance on relinquished and replacement properties
Handling simultaneous, delayed, and reverse exchanges
Working with multi-leg and multi-asset transactions
Our lawyer team ensures you stay within the 45-day identification window and the 180-day closing period, minimizing tax liability and maximizing investment flexibility.
Many real estate investors require creative closing structures such as:
Assignment of Contract: We facilitate closings where investors assign the original purchase agreement to a third party, managing disclosures and compliance to protect all parties involved.
Double Closings: For investors using transactional funding or wholesaling, we coordinate same-day buy and sell closings, ensuring confidentiality between parties and proper handling of escrow funds.
Investor-savvy closers and processors
Fast turnaround on title commitments and municipal lien searches
Coordination by attorneys for legal support
Familiarity with hard money, seller financing, and unconventional deals
Mobile and remote closing options
Deep knowledge of Florida market trends and zoning issues
No-nonsense communication and timeline adherence
We understand that time kills deals. Our legal team works proactively to eliminate obstacles and keep closings on track—even in competitive or distressed property scenarios.
St. Johns Law Group’s St. Augustine title team assists investors and 1031 clients in:
St. Johns County: St. Augustine, Nocatee, Ponte Vedra, St. Augustine Beach, World Golf Village, Julington Creek, Silverleaf, Beachwalk
Flagler County: Palm Coast, Flagler Beach
Duval County: Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Southside
Clay County: Green Cove Springs, Fleming Island
Putnam County: Palatka, East Palatka, Crescent City
We also assist out-of-area and national investors conducting closings in Florida through remote or mail-away options.
If you’re buying or selling an investment property—or planning a 1031 exchange—work with a title team that understands the pace and strategy of real estate investing.