https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/ Frequently asked questions about Opportunity Zones, including capital markets tax incentives, Opportunity Zone locations, and information about Qualified Opportunity Funds. en-us https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/what-are-the-capital-gains-tax-benefits-of-opportunity-zones/ https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/what-are-the-capital-gains-tax-benefits-of-opportunity-zones/ Investing in an Opportunity Zone can significantly reduce an investor’s capital gains tax liability, which is important if the investor owns one or more. Wed, 12 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/irs-opportunity-zone-updates-spring-2019/ https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/irs-opportunity-zone-updates-spring-2019/ Since the Opportunity Zones program was announced in 2017, the buzz around investing in Opportunity Zones has grown significantly. Thu, 13 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/what-is-an-opportunity-fund/ https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/what-is-an-opportunity-fund/ An Opportunity Fund is an investment vehicle specifically designed to facilitate investment into designated low-income areas called Opportunity Zones. Mon, 10 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/opportunity-zones-in-ohio-what-you-need-to-know/ https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/opportunity-zones-in-ohio-what-you-need-to-know/ Ohio, as the seventh largest state in the U.S., contains many extremely promising areas for Opportunity Zones investing, and, as there are a substantial 320. Thu, 13 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/low-income-housing-tax-credits-and-the-opportunity-zones-program/ https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/low-income-housing-tax-credits-and-the-opportunity-zones-program/ The Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program is the federal government’s primary incentive program to encourage investors and developers to create more. Mon, 10 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/opportunity-zones-in-florida-what-you-need-to-know/ https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/opportunity-zones-in-florida-what-you-need-to-know/ In 2018, Governor Rick Scott announced the designation of 427 Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZs) throughout the state of Florida. Wed, 12 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/opportunity-zones-in-texas-what-you-need-to-know/ https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/opportunity-zones-in-texas-what-you-need-to-know/ Texas, the second largest state in the U.S., has 628 designated Opportunity Zones, making it one of the most promising areas for Opportunity Fund investing in. Tue, 11 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/opportunity-zones-vs-1031-exchanges-for-capital-gains-tax-deferral/ https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/opportunity-zones-vs-1031-exchanges-for-capital-gains-tax-deferral/ Since Opportunity Zones offer an incredible opportunity for eligible investors to defer their capital gains until 2027, as well as to avoid any capital gains. Mon, 10 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/can-the-new-markets-tax-credit-nmtc-program-be-used-in-opportunity-zones/ https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/can-the-new-markets-tax-credit-nmtc-program-be-used-in-opportunity-zones/ The New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) encourages investment and development in low income communities by offering tax credits to investors who make equity. Tue, 11 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/opportunity-zones-in-california-what-you-need-to-know/ https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/opportunity-zones-in-california-what-you-need-to-know/ As the most populous state in the Union, California is ripe with Opportunity Zones, and opportunities to invest in them. Tue, 11 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/can-the-historic-tax-credit-htc-program-be-used-in-opportunity-zones/ https://www.opportunityzones.help/opportunity-zones-faqs/can-the-historic-tax-credit-htc-program-be-used-in-opportunity-zones/ The Historic Tax Credit (HTC) program offers a federal tax credit to investors who rehabilitate and re-purpose historic buildings. Tue, 11 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000