Blog Post by Erik Hayden
Erik HaydenOct 22, 2025 6:35:42 PM13 min read
Why Now Is the Time to Consider Opportunity Zone Fund II and UCME
San Jose continues to experience strong population and housing demand, making it a key ...
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Erik HaydenSep 22, 2025 1:34:59 PM13 min read
Looking Ahead: Opportunity Zone 2.0 and the Future of Urban Catalyst
With the Opportunity Zone (OZ) program now officially a permanent part of the U.S. tax ...
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Erik HaydenSep 10, 2025 3:36:48 PM14 min read
Breaking Ground on Aquino: A New Chapter for Downtown San Jose
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California Momentum, Bay Area Investment, and the San Jose Advantage
California recently took a major step to accelerate the delivery of much-needed housing ...
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Erik HaydenJul 25, 2025 3:27:18 PM15 min read
Opportunity Zones Program Permanently Extended – Legislative Update
On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed H.R. 1 into law, permanently extending the ...
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Erik HaydenJun 10, 2025 5:54:53 PM13 min read
Spotlight on Leadership: Meet Mike Germain, Urban Catalyst’s Chief Financial Officer
At Urban Catalyst, we believe that strong leadership is the foundation of impactful ...
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Erik HaydenJun 10, 2025 5:51:46 PM13 min read
Early Success for Our Marriott TownePlace Suites Hotel in Downtown San Jose
At Urban Catalyst, we’re proud to share the early success of our newest project: the ...
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Erik HaydenMay 22, 2025 3:24:25 PM14 min read
Why Invest in Multifamily Housing in Opportunity Zones? New Data Highlights the Trend
Opportunity Zones have long been viewed as a powerful incentive in real estate investing, ...
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Erik HaydenMay 2, 2025 6:06:18 PM12 min read
Now Open: A Sneak Peek Inside Downtown’s Newest Hotel
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Paseo’s Award-Winning Journey: A Catalyst for Downtown San Jose
Our Paseo project is making waves, earning prestigious awards in its first few years and ...
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