Capital gains taxes

Will this be CRE lenders' new best friend?

10/29/18

Federal "Opportunity Zones" that reduce exposure on capital gains could draw rich investors — and commercial lenders along with them — into economic development projects in thousands of troubled communities around the country.

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Banks want in on tax reform plan to spur investment in distressed areas

03/06/18

Banking and affordable housing advocates are encouraged by a provision in the tax reform legislation that could increase investment in underserved communities by allowing investors to defer capital gains taxes when they reinvest in federally chartered Opportunity Funds.

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