Tax Credit Consulting in Louisiana
Louisiana real estate tax credit attorney and consultant — guiding developers, investors, and nonprofits through federal and state historic tax credits, LIHTC, New Markets Tax Credits, and Opportunity Zone investments in New Orleans and statewide.
Programs We Navigate
Our firm has secured millions of dollars in tax credits for clients across Louisiana. Here are the primary programs we work with.
Federal Historic Tax Credit (HTC)
20%A federal income tax credit equal to 20% of qualified rehabilitation expenditures for certified historic structures. Available for income-producing properties that undergo substantial rehabilitation. Combined with Louisiana's state HTC, these credits can cover a significant portion of rehab costs.
Louisiana State Historic Tax Credit
25%Louisiana offers a state-level historic rehabilitation credit of up to 25% of eligible costs, stackable with the federal credit. Administered by the Louisiana Division of Historic Preservation, this program has catalyzed hundreds of millions in New Orleans and statewide development.
Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC)
4%–9%The federal LIHTC program finances the development and rehabilitation of affordable rental housing. Projects in Louisiana are awarded credits through the Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC). Our firm guides developers through the application, compliance, and syndication process.
New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC)
39%The NMTC program attracts private investment into low-income communities through a 39% tax credit (spread over 7 years) on qualifying equity investments. Ideal for commercial, mixed-use, and community facility projects in distressed areas of New Orleans and Louisiana.
Opportunity Zone Investments
VariesInvestors who reinvest capital gains into Qualified Opportunity Funds (QOFs) can defer — and potentially reduce — their federal capital gains tax. Louisiana has numerous designated Opportunity Zones, particularly in the New Orleans metro, offering compelling incentives for long-term investors.
Louisiana's Tax Credit Consulting Leader
Jonathan M. Rhodes is a recognized authority in state and federal real estate tax incentives. He has guided dozens of residential and commercial projects — generating millions of dollars in tax credits that transform financially marginal deals into successful, community-building investments.
Whether you're rehabilitating a historic building in the French Quarter, developing affordable housing in Baton Rouge, or exploring New Markets financing for a community project, we help you understand and maximize every available incentive.
- Millions in tax credits generated for Louisiana developers
- Decades of experience navigating state and federal programs
- Deep relationships with the Louisiana Division of Historic Preservation
- Full-service counsel: application through syndication and compliance
- Free initial consultation — no obligation
Who We Work With
Developers rehabilitating historic properties in New Orleans
Affordable housing developers navigating LIHTC applications
Investors exploring Opportunity Zone projects in Louisiana
Nonprofits and CDFIs using NMTC financing
Commercial developers seeking tax credit syndication
Property owners seeking historic designation
Authoritative Resources
- Louisiana Division of Historic Preservation – State Historic Tax Credit Program ↗
- IRS – Federal Historic Tax Credit (HTC) Guidance ↗
- Louisiana Housing Corporation – LIHTC Program ↗
- CDFI Fund – New Markets Tax Credit Program (U.S. Treasury) ↗
- IRS – Opportunity Zone Program Guidance ↗
- National Park Service – Federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit ↗
Ready to Maximize Your Tax Credits?
Schedule a free consultation today. We'll review your project and identify every available state and federal incentive.