Article on Feb 27, 2025 Turning Your 2024 Capital Gains into Tax-Advantaged Opportunities Investors with significant 2024 capital gains can defer taxes until 2026 by investing in Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZs) within 180 days of realizing gains. Beyond tax deferral, investments held for 10+ years may qualify for tax-free appreciation upon sale. Using the example of a $1M gain, investors could defer $238,000 in taxes while supporting community development through affordable housing, business spaces, and local job creation. QOZs offer both tax advantages and social impact opportunities.
Article on Jan 12, 2025 What Republican Control Means for 1031 Exchanges and QOZs This timely analysis examines how the Republican sweep of Congress and the White House could reshape two key real estate investment strategies: 1031 exchanges and Qualified Opportunity Zones. While Republicans historically favor these tax-advantaged vehicles, deficit concerns and other factors could lead to unexpected changes. The article offers valuable insights for investors looking to navigate potential policy shifts, including possible program extensions, regulatory streamlining, and new opportunities in the energy sector.
Article on Dec 24, 2024 Top 10 Myths About 1031 Exchanges, Debunked The article debunks 10 common misconceptions about 1031 exchanges in real estate investing. It clarifies that these tax-deferral strategies aren't just for the wealthy, must involve like-kind real estate properties, and don't permanently eliminate taxes. The piece emphasizes strict timing requirements, the necessity of qualified intermediaries, and explains why fix-and-flip properties don't qualify. Written with humor and practical examples, it also highlights that 1031 exchanges can be valuable for modest investments and offers flexibility if investors change their minds during the process.
Article on Dec 8, 2024 Qualified Opportunity Zones With an Energy Boost The energy sector presents a unique opportunity within Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZs), particularly in oil and gas production. Many QOZs are located in major energy-producing regions like the Permian Basin and Eagle Ford in Texas. Despite current headwinds facing fossil fuels—including ESG concerns and the push toward electric vehicles—the industry's depressed valuations may present attractive investment opportunities. The world's continued dependence on oil and gas, combined with technological advances in extraction, suggests strong potential for QOZ energy investments. The sector aligns well with QOF requirements, offering both tax advantages and portfolio diversification benefits.
Article on Aug 12, 2024 1031 Exchange vs. Qualified Opportunity Zones: Which Is Better? 1031 Exchange vs. Qualified Opportunity Zones Instant & Long-Term Tax Advantages Today investors can structure real estate investments to generate...
Article on Mar 14, 2024 Opportunity Zone Investing Still Hot Despite Looming Sunset With tax breaks for opportunity zone investments set to expire soon, project demand surges as investors race for final capital gains shelter before regulations change. Yet amidst fears opportunities vanishing, experts predict increasing allure from building development momentum creating fertile economic grounds propelling yet unseen yields in carefully vetted projects. Though incentives may shift, unique assets at relative discounts bought strategically inside overhauled communities promising to reward prudent allocations likely will continue generating wins without deferral carrot catalyzing initial action solely. Legacy benefits outlast initial shelter alone.
Article on Feb 11, 2024 4 Reasons to Tap Opportunity Zones Before They Expire Opportunity Zones offer valuable tax incentives for investments in designated underdeveloped areas which are set to expire soon. The preferential capital gains treatment on proceeds reinvested into Opportunity Funds will discontinue after 2026 per current legislation. With under half of tracts having seen money inflows so far, officials are urging investors to accelerate allocating funds before tax breaks disappear, hindering further community revitalization dependent on sustained private investment into these regions. Exploring locations and development projects ahead of expiration makes sense given dwindling timeframes to utilize zone advantages.
Article on Jul 16, 2023 “Is an Opportunity Zone Investment Right for Me?” "Is an Opportunity Zone investment right for me?" Well, there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question. But, it does become easier when you answer the questions outlined in this article.
Article on Jun 11, 2023 What Are Qualified Opportunity Zones? Important Details for Investors Investing in blighted or up-and-coming “opportunity zones” offers some significant tax-deferral opportunities, and if you hold your investment for 10...
Article on May 2, 2023 Opportunity Zones and Inflation: What Investors Want To Know Given the backdrop of inflation, rising interest rates and a possible recession in 2023, what can opportunity zones do for...
Article on Apr 16, 2023 Qualified Opportunity Zones vs. 1031 Exchanges When it comes to real estate investing through qualified opportunity zones and 1031 exchanges, inquiring minds want to know which...
Article on Apr 10, 2023 How to Invest in Qualified Opportunity Zones An expert in QOZ programs walks us through how to benefit from some significant tax-deferral opportunities (and, if you hold...
