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Opportunity Zones: Key Deadlines, Tax Benefits, and What’s Next for Investors
Practitioners, operators and investors in the commercial real estate space are well familiar with Opportunity Zones and how they can be utilized for preferential tax treatment on investments. First created under the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, these Qualified Opportunity Zones “QOZs” were designed to spur economic development and job creation in distressed communities.…
Read MoreBlacklisted Condos: A Growing Crisis for Owners and Buyers
The blacklisting of condominium/condo associations by financial institutions and insurance providers has emerged as a pressing issue in the real estate finance and housing sector. This practice, which involves lenders or insurers refusing to provide services to specific condominium associations, has significant implications for property values, homeowner affordability, and overall market stability. The practice raises…
Read MoreLess Red Tape, More Capital? SEC Clarifies 506(c) Verification Rules
On March 12, 2025, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) issued a significant no-action letter clarifying the use of high minimum investment amounts as a method for verifying accredited investor status under Rule 506(c) of Regulation D (the “Letter”).[1] Background: Rule 506(c) and Accredited Investor Verification Rule 506(c), introduced under the Jumpstart Our Business Startups…
Read MorePrivate Equity Incentive Structures: What Management Needs to Know
If a private equity buyer is exploring an acquisition of the company you manage, and you anticipate remaining involved in the business after the sale, there are a number of options that may be appealing to you. It is likely that you will be negotiating your post-sale compensation package. As discussed in a prior article,…
Read MoreSeventh Circuit Decision Clarifies Standards for FLSA Overtime Cases
The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals[1] recently clarified the evidentiary bar for employees bringing Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime claims, requiring employees to provide specific, detailed evidence of their work hours and duties at the summary judgment stage, even when employers fail to keep accurate time records under the FLSA. As the Court of…
Read MoreWhat New Administration’s Moves at EEOC, NLRB Mean for Employers
Times they are a-changin’ … with a flurry of moves and terminations, the new administration has signaled a reverse within the federal labor and employment landscape. These changes will have significant impacts on current strategies for employers over the next four years. Major Upheaval at the EEOC And NLRB Some key shifts occurred this month…
Read MoreLegal Guidance Can Be Key in Navigating Rhode Island Land Use Matters
Land use matters in Rhode Island are often challenging to interpret and navigate. In fact, the Ocean State is known for having among the most restrictive policies for zoning and land use control in the U.S. It’s not hard to understand why, as Rhode Island has the smallest land area of any state and is…
Read MoreThe Forecast Calls For Sun: What New Administration’s First 30 Days Means for Solar Industry
United States policy surrounding renewable energy has fluctuated significantly as administrations change; President Jimmy Carter put solar panels on the White House in 1978, and President Ronald Reagan removed the panels in 1986. Those who have worked in the renewable energy industry anticipate these fluctuations and adapt their plans to accommodate them. However, the shift…
Read MoreBalancing the Scales: Purchase Price Adjustments in M&A Transactions
In the complex world of business transactions, particularly mergers and acquisitions (M&A), purchase price adjustments are a critical concept that help ensure fairness and accuracy in the final transaction price. Purchase price adjustments are mechanisms to alter (increase or decrease) the price paid for a business after the sale is closed. These adjustments are designed…
Read MorePrivate Placements in Florida Just Got Easier: Here’s How
Florida recently implemented amendments to its Securities and Investor Protection Act (“Chapter 517”), bringing significant changes to the regulatory framework governing private placements, investment advisors, and exemptions for institutional investors. Effective October 2024, these updates aim to align Florida’s securities laws with federal standards while enhancing protections for investors in the Sunshine State. Here’s a…
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