The Opportunity Zone initiative has garnered a lot of attention over the last several years and remains a hot topic in commercial real estate. With a market size estimated to be in the trillions and over 9,000 designated zones throughout the US and its territories, the amount of interest and excitement around this initiative is not surprising.

The recent tech boom and a strong market, coupled with evolving investor expectations, are changing the game and overhauling the longstanding traditions of the CRE industry. The ability to anticipate, recognize, acknowledge, and adapt to changes is key to success in this market.