Tax Credit Advisor Article Archives

Mountain Towns Go Modular for Faster and Cheaper-to-Build Affordable Housing

Innovative Companies Leverage Factory Construction to Avoid Pitfalls

8 min read

The housing crisis isn’t just confined to high-demand coastal metros. Housing supply is shrinking, and the share of cost-burdened renters is growing in the country’s interior, including the resort-oriented communities in the Mountain West.

Three Developers Share Strategies for Integrating Healthcare and Housing

10 min read

For decades, policymakers have recognized the intrinsic relationships between housing and health outcomes. Prioritizing housing as a social priority can consistently save communities much-needed funds and help provide long-term care for residents.

Eyes on Utility Rebates

Developing Capital Stacks with Limited Biden-Era Funding for Green Retrofits

3 min read

The Trump administration is working to reclaim a significant portion of the clean energy and infrastructure funding established through the Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (IRA/BIL).

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Entities Endure (for Worse)

6 min read

Entities are perpetual ecosystem changers, initially growing and sustaining, but eventually, their purpose can fade.

Case Study

Alternate Bond Structure Saves $3 Million on DC Project

6 min read

Gilbane Development Co. has saved nearly $3 million on its Barnaby & 7th project in Washington, DC, using a forward M-TEB instead of a traditional bond structure.

Economic Uncertainty and Other Factors Create a Challenging Environment for LIHTC Deals

7 min read

Economic uncertainty, a shift toward larger transactions, and alternative Community Reinvestment Act options have created a challenging environment for LIHTC deals, pushing down the price of the credits in some parts of the country, some syndicators report.

 Market Data for Everyone

Ribbon Demographics and the New Era of Analytics in Affordable Housing

7 min read

In today’s affordable housing sector, stakeholders navigate a complex landscape of analytics and bureaucratic processes to identify and capitalize on tax credit opportunities.

As Rent Reporting Booms, New HUD FAQs Provide Key Guidance

8 min read

HUD has published a new frequently asked questions (FAQ) document on positive rent reporting, marking its first stance on a rapidly growing practice in the affordable housing industry.

States, Municipalities, and Developers Work in Tandem to Build Affordable Housing Customized for Local Communities

7 min read

Some states have recently taken innovative measures to empower local communities and developers in constructing affordable housing projects that address the specific needs of the communities they serve.

Tax Abatements Find Fresh Momentum

7 min read

Although the LIHTC remains a primary driver of housing production in the United States, fierce competition for credits and sustained regulatory challenges have prompted developers to seek alternative funding sources in recent years.

Considering New Strategies for Food Security in LIHTC Communities 

8 min read

As the new administration plans to slash federal funding for vital food assistance programs, renters—and the affordable communities that house them—face dire consequences.

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