Analysis for the OZ industry — page 2
How Treasury Should Determine OZ 2.0 Tract Eligibility
The census data that will likely inform Opportunity Zones 2.0 tract eligibility is now out, but how Treasury uses that data remains unresolved. How that data is interpreted, particularly with respect to margins of error and unreliable incom
OZ Office Hours: Which Census Tracts Qualify For OZ 2.0?
The data that will define Opportunity Zones 2.0 is finally here—and it points to a materially smaller, more targeted map heading into the 2026 designation round. In this February 2026 episode of OZ Office Hours , Jimmy Atkinson walks throug
New Census Data Defines Opportunity Zone 2.0 Eligible Tracts
OpportunityZones.com analysis of the latest U.S. Census Bureau data indicates that 6,544 new Opportunity Zones would be designated in the OZ 2.0 cycle, assuming Treasury relies on the ACS data as published. This analysis is based on the Cen
OZ 2.0 Tract Eligibility Data Coming Soon
Update 1/30/2026: The new ACS data is out, and we have finished crunching the numbers. Click here for our analysis of OZ 2.0 eligible tracts. New U.S. Census Bureau data that will determine OZ 2.0 eligibility is scheduled to be released on
Transformational Opportunity Zone Real Estate
Transformational Opportunity Zone real estate prioritizes durable community outcomes—such as attainable housing and economic mobility—while remaining grounded in investor alignment and long-term value creation. Robert Carrillo of LaunchPad
What OZ Funds Should Do in 2026 to Prepare for OZ 2.0
With OZ 2.0 set to take full effect on January 1, 2027, the year ahead is shaping up to be a pivotal transition period for Opportunity Zone fund sponsors looking to raise capital. While some QOF managers may be tempted to treat 2026 as a sl
Why 2026 Is a Pivotal Year for Opportunity Zones
2026 is a pivotal transition year for Opportunity Zones. It’s the final year of the original OZ 1.0 framework, the year new OZ 2.0 census tracts are designated, and the bridge between a temporary incentive and a permanent program. In this e
A Mission-Driven Opportunity Zone Project in San Bernardino, CA
Opportunity Zones don’t have to be about luxury apartments. Robert Carrillo of LaunchPad Collective joins the show to discuss his mission-driven Opportunity Zone project in San Bernardino focused on social impact, affordable housing, and lo
The Coming Opportunity Zone Investment Surge
New survey data indicates a likely surge in Opportunity Zone investing in 2027. What else is coming down the pike? Plus, the long-awaited 2025 OZ Holiday Gift Guide! On this month's episode of OZ NewsHour, Jimmy Atkinson and Andy Hagans bre
2025 Opportunity Zones Survey Reveals Strong Excitement For OZ 2.0
The 2025 Annual Survey Report on Opportunity Zones , conducted by OpportunityZones.com, shows that investor optimism and satisfaction with the Opportunity Zones program remain strong for a second consecutive year. This year’s survey collect
Novogradac 2025 Opportunity Zones Summit Recap & Key Takeaways
The Novogradac 2025 Opportunity Zones Summit in Las Vegas drew its largest crowd in years, signaling a powerful resurgence of momentum across the OZ industry. With OZ 2.0 now law and permanency secured, the energy in the room matched the mo
Novogradac's 2025 Opportunity Zones Summit Was The Largest OZ Event In 6 Years
The Opportunity Zones industry just witnessed its biggest conference in six years, and the energy was unmistakable. Broadcasting on-site from the Novogradac 2025 OZ Summit in Las Vegas, Jimmy Atkinson was joined by Ashley Tison to discuss t
Opportunity Zone Office Hours - December 2025
On this month’s live episode of OZ Office Hours, OpportunityZones.com founder Jimmy Atkinson answers live questions and shares the latest updates on OZ 2.0, and upcoming events for investors and developers. Join Jimmy the first Monday of ev
A Preview Of OZ 2.0
OZ 2.0 is officially on the horizon, and in this special live-recorded panel from OZ Pitch Day, Jimmy Atkinson is joined by Catherine Lyons and Jason Watkins to break down what the next era of Opportunity Zones will look like. Together, the
The Best OZ 2.0 Resources
A new era of Opportunity Zone development is on the horizon. Plus, OZ Insiders is hosting a private networking dinner in Las Vegas next month, and you're invited! On this month's episode of OZ NewsHour, Jimmy Atkinson and Andy Hagans break
Your Guide to OZ Pitch Day and What’s Ahead for OZ 2.0
OZ Pitch Day returns on Thursday, November 13, with its 16th installment, showcasing top Opportunity Zone funds and projects from across the country. In this November 2025 episode of Opportunity Zone Office Hours, Jimmy Atkinson previews th
OpportunityZones.com To Host OZ Pitch Day On November 13, 2025
OpportunityZones.com will host OZ Pitch Day Fall 2025 on Thursday, November 13, 2025, beginning at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. This will be OpportunityZones.com's 16th OZ Pitch Day event since 2020, and the third and final such event in 2025. OZ
OZ Insiders Hits A Major Milestone
Fueled by the momentum of Opportunity Zones 2.0, the OZ industry is surging into the final months of 2025 with record participation, a new rural map, and a wave of upcoming events. Jimmy Atkinson and Andy Hagans break down the latest news a
Novogradac’s 2025 OZ Summit: What’s Next for OZ 2.0
The Opportunity Zone industry’s top professionals will gather in Las Vegas on December 3, 2025, for the Novogradac 2025 Opportunity Zones Summit, a one-day event at the Four Seasons dedicated to unpacking the next chapter of Opportunity Zon
Structuring Preferred Equity in Opportunity Zones
Many Opportunity Zone developments are stalling out. Thin spreads, costly capital, and oversized equity requirements mean the math just doesn’t work like it used to. Enter preferred equity. Jordan Brustein & Andrew Rudy of Ackman-Ziff j
The New Rural Opportunity Zone Map
On this month’s live episode of OZ Office Hours, OpportunityZones.com founder Jimmy Atkinson discusses IRS Notice 2025-50, defining which Opportunity Zones qualify as rural. Effective July 4, 2025, rural OZs qualify for a reduced substantia
A Perfect Storm For Opportunity Zones?
With many major asset classes at or near all-time highs, is a perfect storm brewing for Opportunity Zone investing? Plus, a recap of recent Opportunity Zone events, and a preview of upcoming events. Opportunity Zone News & Events High A
Bonus Depreciation & OZ 2.0, With Coni Rathbone
Opportunity Zones 2.0 has brought sweeping changes to the nation’s most powerful tax incentive—making the program permanent and restoring one of its most valuable tools: 100% bonus depreciation. On this episode of The Opportunity Zones Podc
Advanced Tax Mitigation Strategies, With John Hyre
Tax attorney John Hyre has built his career around helping real estate investors, small businesses, and retirement account holders keep more of what they earn. From Puerto Rico’s unique tax advantages to the pitfalls of self-directed IRAs,