Can a State Change its Opportunity Zone Designation?

Can a State Change its Opportunity Zone Designation?

This is a loaded question since there are a few questions being asked. First, can an opportunity zone (OZ) change its entire designation, and then can it change only parts of it? Let's dig deeper into what these questions mean, if they are possible, and finally, how to go about implementing the changes.

Can Earnest Money Come From a 1031 Exchange?

Completing a 1031 exchange is a common way for real estate investors to defer capital gains taxes from the sale of investment properties.

Dec 15, 2022

When Must Deferred Taxes Be Paid?

Tax deferment isn’t the same as tax-free or a tax credit. Tax-free means taxes aren’t owed on gains. Tax deferment means taxes are owed but at some point in the future. Depending on how taxes are deferred, the time that the tax bill comes due can vary. We’ll look at several different tax deferral methods and when taxes may be owed for each.

Dec 15, 2022

What is Gross Easement?

A gross easement is commonly called an easement in gross and is one of the two most common forms of easement relating to real estate. The other type is referred to as an easement appurtenant. The appurtenant easement involves benefits to one piece of property at the expense of another. These easements belong to the land and are transferrable upon sale. A good example is an easement that allows access to one property by traversing another.

How Can I Transfer a Rental Property to an LLC?

As a rental property owner, you might be enjoying many benefits. These can include cash flow, depreciation, and tax deductions.

What Happens to a Depreciation Recapture in a 1031 Exchange?

Many real estate investors take annual depreciation expense, a non-cash flow reduction in income. However, the depreciation expense isn't a free lunch. Once the property is sold, the IRS will tax the depreciation. This is known as depreciation recapture. But does this same taxation apply under a 1031 exchange? Read on to find out.

Dec 13, 2022

Want To Unload That Investment Property? What Advisors Recommend

In a recent article featured on Barrons.com, Rob Johnson, Head of Wealth Management at Realized, weighed in on selling investment properties prior to retirement. While many boomers gearing up for retirement may be rethinking their strategy around real estate investments, Johnson says there are multiple things to consider before you sell.

[Podcast Recap] Opportunity Zone Strategies for High Net Worth Investors

Realized recently joined the Opportunity Zones podcast for a panel on Opportunity Zone (OZ) investment strategies. The panel discussed a variety of ways that investors can seek to maximize the tax efficiency of their investments. They also compared Opportunity Zones and Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) in terms of benefits and challenges for investors. Here are some of the key takeaways from this panel.

Do Oil Royalties Qualify for Capital Gains Treatment?

Owning rights to oil means you may receive royalties from sales of the oil obtained from a reserve. While you won’t have to pay capital gains on royalties you receive from your mineral rights, you may have to pay them if you sell your rights for a profit.

Dec 12, 2022

How Much is the Down Payment for an Investment Property?

Putting money toward an investment property can be a worthwhile venture. Owning an investment property has the potential to net you proceeds far into the future and serve as a way to pass on your wealth to your loved ones. However, building your portfolio and obtaining high-value investment properties may require a substantial down payment.

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