Analysis for the OZ industry — page 13

Live From The Novogradac 2022 Spring OZ Conference, With Ashley Tison
Opportunity Zone reform legislation, social impact, and fundraising trends were hot topics at last month's Novogradac OZ Conference in Long Beach, California. Ashley Tison, co-founder of OZ Pros, joins the show live on-site to discuss where

EJF Secures $67 Million For Nashville OZ Project
EJF Capital has secured a $67 million construction loan from Synovus Bank for its multifamily development in Nashville's Metrocenter District. The project is located at the old Watkins College campus in north Nashville. Watkins College merg

Urban Catalyst Breaks Ground On Senior Housing OZ Project
Urban Catalyst has officially broken ground on its Gifford Place project in San Jose. The property will be developed into a 167-unit senior living facility, one of the only such facilities to be built in the city over the past several decad

Toll Brothers Plans 501-Unit Multifamily OZ Project
Luxury home builder Toll Brothers announced plans to develop a 501-unit multifamily development in Washington, D.C. that will be financed through a $163 million construction loan from Bank OZK. The property, located at 113 Potomac in the Bu

Ryan Companies Breaks Ground On Denver Area Multifamily OZ Project
Ryan Companies has started construction on a 151-unit multifamily project in an Opportunity Zone in the Denver suburb of Lakewood. The project will encompass more than 130,000 square feet in a six floor building. Amenities will include a po

OZ Investing Tips, From The Experts
In today's "man-on-the-street" style episode, Jimmy Atkinson conducts five rapid-fire live interviews at the ADISA 2022 Spring Conference, featuring OZ investing insights from Erik Hayden (Urban Catalyst), James Brunger (Capital Square), Ja

$47 Million Raised For Savannah OZ Project
Standard Communities has secured $47 million in financing for the development of a 219-unit Class A development in Savannah, Georgia. The Line community will consist of two buildings and feature a pool, sundeck, and fitness center. "We are

Parsonex Breaks Ground On Grand Junction OZ Project
Parsonex Capital Partners and Senergy Builders have broken ground on their second OZ project. The Brookwillow Estates project will consist of 36 condominium units in the booming town of Grand Junction, which is located off of I-70 near the

Asset Classes For OZ Investing, With Kira Golden
Investing across different asset classes provides not only diversification benefits but alternative sources of growth and revenue. Opportunity zones can offer strong investment returns with an added social impact component in the United Sta

Webinar Replay: Advocating For Opportunity Zone Improvements
Learn how you can voice your support for the Opportunity Zones Improvement, Transparency, and Extension Act (H.R.7467 / S.4065). OpportunityDb founder Jimmy Atkinson recently co-hosted a webinar on this very topic with Chris Cooley of OZwor

The Evolution Of Opportunity Zones, With Shay Hawkins
In this keynote address from OZ Pitch Day Spring 2022, Shay Hawkins takes a look back at the first few years of the Opportunity Zone program and predicts what may lie ahead. Webinar Highlights The evolution of the Opportunity Zone program a

Eagle OZ Launches Second QOF Focused On Chicago
Eagle OZ has announced the launch of its second qualified opportunity fund, which will seek to raise $50 million to complete the construction of 444 multifamily apartment rentals in Chicago. The Eagle OZ fund will specifically target the Br

Boutique Hotels In Opportunity Zones, With David Kessler
The hospitality industry has been one of the most watched trends in recent years, with boutique hotels at the forefront of the ever-evolving hospitality business. Smaller, less commercial hotels offer the safety and personalized service tra

The OZ Reform Bill, With Shay Hawkins
Bipartisan and bicameral legislation was introduced to further improve Opportunity Zones and push back the tax incentive’s deferral date by two years, from 2026 to 2028. The extension will allow OZ investors to continue attracting capital f

State Of The OZ Marketplace, An OZ Pitch Day Panel
In this panel from OZ Pitch Day Spring 2022, a trio of OZ experts give an update on the current state of the OZ marketplace and make some predictions about what comes next. Webinar Highlights Estimates of the current size of the OZ market f

Orchard Farming In Opportunity Zones, With Josh Guggenheim
Farmland can be a compelling asset class for investors, as a hedge against inflation and a profitable source of income. But what about orchard farming and other, more specialized agricultural operations? This week we speak with Josh Guggenh

Ask An OZ Expert, An OZ Pitch Day Panel
In this panel from OZ Pitch Day Spring 2022, Ashley Tison takes questions from OZ investors and stakeholders on a wide range of topics. Industry Spotlight: OZPros OZPros provides a wide range of consulting, entity formation, compliance, and

OZ Strategies For High Net Worth Investors, An OZ Pitch Day Panel
In this panel from OZ Pitch Day Spring 2022, a trio of experts discuss the various strategies that investors can use to optimize the tax efficiency of their portfolios. This episode is the audio version of an OZ Pitch Day Spring 2022 panel

New Legislation Would Extend and Improve Opportunity Zones
Bipartisan and bicameral legislation was introduced last week that would improve Opportunity Zones and push back the tax incentive's deferral date by two years, from 2026 to 2028. Co-sponsored by Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Tim Scott (R

OZ Benefits For HNWIs, An OZ Pitch Day Panel
In this panel from OZ Pitch Day Spring 2022, a trio of experts discuss the various strategies that investors can use to optimize the tax efficiency of their portfolios. Webinar Highlights The ongoing disconnect between housing supply and de

1031s, 721s, And Opportunity Zones, With Jay Frank
What are the differences between Opportunity Zones and 1031 Exchanges? And why might one be a good choice for your own investments? Which method to use depends largely on investor's unique set of goals, objectives, and priorities. Jay Frank

Now Available: 2022 Opportunity Zones Special Report from JTC Americas
The Opportunity Zones program has not been without controversy and debate. Despite public sparring over whether the program is achieving its intended purpose, the new Opportunity Zones in 2022: Perception vs. Reality report, published

Previewing The Novogradac Spring OZ Conference, With Brent Parker
Novogradac is a national professional services organization that consists of affiliates and divisions in certified public accounting, valuation, and consulting. Novogradac is also a proven leader in the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) program
Silicon Valley Opportunity Zone Update, With Erik Hayden
Erik Hayden, founder and CEO of Urban Catalyst, returns to the show to provide updates on Silicon Valley Opportunity Zones and what funds are currently proving attractive investment opportunities. Silicon Valley and surrounding communities
