REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT: Qualified Opportunity Zone Fund
The Qualified Opportunity Zone Fund Program (OZ 2.0) is now permanent and better than ever.
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT: Gains that Qualify for Opportunity Zones
The Qualified Opportunity Zone Fund program offers some incredible incentives for all investors. But, there are limitations to the kind of money that qualifies for the special tax treatment.
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT: Who can Invest in an Opportunity Zone?
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act established thousands of Qualified Opportunity Zones throughout the US. But, who qualifies as an “investor” for the tax benefits under the program?
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT: Opportunity Zone Projects
There is no question the Qualified Opportunity Zone Fund program provides investors with amazing tax benefits. But, where are these “Zones” and what kind of projects will you be investing in?
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT: Opportunity Zone vs. 1031 Exchange
The Qualified Opportunity Zone Fund program began in 2017, but the new OZ 2.0 is really gaining attention. Many real estate investors are now moving away from 1031 exchanges in favor of Opportunity Zone Funds.
BUSINESS DISPUTES: Costs of Litigation (State Court)
Ultimately, it’s impossible to tell a client just how much a lawsuit will end up costing. But, that does not mean we can’t give you SOME idea of what to expect.
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT: FIRPTA
Investors that come to us early can structure their US holdings to avoid unnecessary complications, such as withholdings under the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA). If you did not plan ahead, then this article is for you.
ASSET PROTECTION: Staying Onshore
This episode provides a quick outline of essential strategies for protecting your assets within the United States.
ASSET PROTECTION: Going Offshore (Video)
Refresher course on Offshore Asset Protection, focused on offshore banking and jurisdictions with protections against creditors.
BUSINESS: Are Electronic Signatures Risky?
E-signing technology is becoming more and more prevalent, and there is no denying the convenience. Affixing your signature with a simple tap on your phone screen is a beautiful thing. After all, the alternative is to print the document, sign it, scan, and then email the scanned copy. Sometimes you have to go find witnesses, and, if notarization is required . . . well, now you really have yourself a project.