Qualified Opportunity Zones After the One Big Beautiful Bill Act: What’s Changed and What It Means for Real Estate Investors
Joshua Youngblood, EA, CTRS, CRETS, NTPI Fellow
On July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) became law, representing the most significant reform of the QOZ program since its inception. It made the program permanent, tightened eligibility rules, introduced a rural-focused investment vehicle, and imposed robust reporting requirements. For tax professionals and investors, understanding these changes isn’t just about compliance – it’s also about strategy.
