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Opportunity Zones

Explore the program, research designated locations, and find resources to help you ask better questions about a potential investment.

Explore the HUD Zone Map → Read IRS Program Guidance

Understand the basics

What is an Opportunity Zone?

Opportunity Zones are designated communities where qualifying investments through Qualified Opportunity Funds may receive federal tax benefits. The program is intended to encourage economic development and job creation.

Start with the IRS Opportunity Zones overview for program information and links to current guidance.

01 / Location

Research the zone

Use official resources to check the designated census tract and its boundaries.

02 / Structure

Understand the fund

Review how Qualified Opportunity Funds work and which requirements apply to the proposed investment.

03 / Fundamentals

Evaluate the property

Research the market, financing, costs, and investment assumptions alongside the potential tax treatment.

A property’s location alone does not establish eligibility for tax benefits. Review the applicable rules and investment timing with a qualified tax adviser before investing.

Research resources

Start with official guidance.

Internal Revenue Service

Program rules and guidance

Find information on investing, fund requirements, designated zones, and regulatory updates.

Visit the IRS Resource Center →

HUD

Designated zone map

Explore the map linked by the IRS as a resource for locating designated Opportunity Zones.

Open the HUD Map →

Industry coverage

News and commentary

Browse Opportunity Zone articles on Real Estate Investing Today. Check each article’s publication date.

Browse Opportunity Zone Articles →

Learning library

Explore additional perspectives.

These resources were featured on Boston REIA’s original page. Older presentations may discuss rules that have since changed; use current IRS guidance when reviewing tax information.