ABOUT 1031 DST GROUPTrusted 1031 Exchange & DST Investment Advisors for Investors Nationwide
AT 1031 DST GROUP, WE SET OURSELVES APART FROM OTHER COMPANIES THAT OFFER 1031 ELIGIBLE PROPERTIES AND DST INVESTMENTS
How? Our goals are simple.
We provide clients a diversity of properties across a wide range of exclusive asset classes that meet their goals and objectives.
Just as we know that every investor is different, we have the resources, knowledge and deep experience to offer them different alternatives for how to maximize their investment strategy within an informed transparent process.
WE REALIZE THE UNIQUENESS AND IMPORTANCE OF EVERY EXCHANGE WE ARE INVOLVED WITH
Since our team has access to Qualified Intermediaries (QI) across the United States, we are able to help investors coordinate the QI, Title Company and real estate sponsor ensuring the most positive and streamlined 1031 exchange experience.
Made up of licensed securities reps and tax professionals, 1031 DST Group has decades of experience in commercial real estate, commercial lending, sales, real estate development, real estate law, syndication, and more.
MEET OUR TEAM
Ray DeWitt
AAMS, CRPC
President, Co-Founder
With more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, Ray is dedicated to helping his clients make informed and intelligent decisions about their finances. His vision is to guide investors toward a path of success, enabling them to achieve their individual goals through strategic planning and tax efficient approaches.
Ray specializes in a variety of areas, including 1031 Exchange opportunities, tax planning, Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITS), oil and gas investing and precious metals. He believes in the power of utilizing and creating passive income streams to enhance financial well-being for each of his clients.
As a securities rep and registered investment advisor, Ray has worked in executive positions at Ameriprise, US Bank Wealth Management, Upstream Investment Partners and Bangerter Financial. He currently holds Series 6, 7, 63 and 65. Ray is a fully licensed life and health insurance agent and holds a real estate license that encompasses him to offer a diverse range of services for his clients. Getting to know more about the community and clients he serves, Ray is a current member of the Entrepreneurs Organization where successful entrepreneurs connect, learn and grow together. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Safari Club International, Utah chapter.
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Brandon Burger
Partner, Director of Energy Products
As Partner and Director of Energy Products for 1031DST Group, Brandon Burger is responsible for expanding the firm’s services of real estate, precious metals, opportunity funds, tax planning and alternative energy programs including oil and gas. Based out of the company’s Dallas, Texas office that recently opened, Burger will play a key role in elevating and promoting the company’s alternative assets to a national level for accredited investors.
Burger worked on the land side of the energy business with Turner Oil & Gas, and was also in acquisitions with Shepherd Royalty, serving as Executive Vice President of Resource Royalty. As a successful entrepreneur, Burger understands the importance of creating partnerships within the industry and working with clients to serve their individual needs. He proudly served in the Marine Corps and is a registered securities representative with Series 22 and 63 licenses.
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Michael Hernandez
Project Manager
Client Advisor
Michael is a Client Advisor with the Wealth Strategies Advisory Group (WSAG), where he helps guide high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners through strategic real estate planning, specializing in 1031 exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs). With a Master’s in Real Estate Development and a background in commercial brokerage and acquisitions, Michael integrates deep real estate knowledge with WSAG’s comprehensive wealth management platform.
Leveraging WSAG’s proprietary Household Endowment Model® and a team-based approach, Michael offers clients access to advanced tax mitigation strategies, institutional alternative investments, and multi-generational legacy planning. His focus is on educating clients, simplifying complex transactions, and delivering thoughtful, tax-efficient outcomes that align with their long-term financial goals.
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Sara Hernández
Digital Marketing Manager
Sara leads the firm’s digital presence with a focus on clear communication, brand alignment, and education. She creates compliant, accessible content to help investors understand DSTs and 1031 Exchanges. With a background in strategic marketing, UX/UI, and digital media, she manages efforts across web, email, and social platforms. Sara works to reflect the firm’s transparency and showcase the team’s work, helping more people discover our valuable services.
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