Join us today as Blake Christian reveals the secrets of Opportunity Zone funds. He's here to explain the flexibility and tax benefits of these funds. He highlights the program's role in encouraging investments in underserved communities. He also shares the challenges in navigating the rules and compares OZ funds with other tax deferral strategies like 1031 exchanges. Prepare to learn everything you've ever needed to know about OZ funds!

We discuss...

• How OZ funds allow deferring capital gains if reinvested within 180 days, with potential tax-free appreciation if held for 10 years.
• Which six states do not conform to Opportunity Zone benefits.
• Over 8,000 census tracts qualify for Opportunity Zone investments, targeting underserved communities with high unemployment and welfare recipients.
• How OZ funds can be used for real estate and operating businesses, attracting investments into otherwise neglected areas.
• The complexities and potential pitfalls in structuring OZ funds, including the necessity of making proper elections and meeting improvement requirements.
• When combining Opportunity Zone funds with Section 1202 qualified small business stock can provide additional tax benefits.
• Installment sales are a simpler alternative for deferring gains but carry risks of higher future tax rates.
• California aggressively taxes deferred gains from 1031 exchanges and Opportunity Zones, even if the taxpayer relocates to another state.

For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/the-secrets-of-opportunity-zone-funds-blake-christian-628

 

Today's Panelists:

• Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth
• Barbara Friedberg | Barbara Friedberg Personal Finance
• Phil Weiss | Apprise Wealth Management
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