Discuss preservation strategies for Year 15 Housing Credit deals and other at-risk properties. Explore recapitalization financing using tax-exempt bonds, resyndication, and other resources. Study the policy implications of qualified contract activity and obstacles to the right of first refusal. Understand the magnitude of the preservation challenge as a wave of Housing Credit properties approach Year […]

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Consider the latest reports on portfolio performance and how asset management data is impacting deal structuring and property compliance. Discuss site visit and monitoring strategies designed to enhance financial performance, mitigate risk, and strengthen compliance from lease-up through the extended use period. Explore risk-based monitoring and other approaches to target resources as the portfolio grows. […]

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Explore architectural principles that promote cost-effective construction and enhance resident health. Discuss strategies for controlling Housing Credit development costs with smart design and construction material choices and incorporating affordability into energy efficiency and sustainability goals. Analyze the nexus between project design and resident health outcomes. DISCUSSION LEADER Shawn Colbert, Director of Housing Development | New […]

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This two-part session explores strategies to enhance and expand the use of tax-exempt bonds. Learn how states can deploy multifamily bonds in nontraditional and rural markets, for new production, and to preserve the aging Housing Credit inventory. Focus on underwriting tactics for 4 percent deals, the critical role of the Credit agency even when another […]

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Examine compliance in Housing Credit developments electing the income averaging minimum set-aside. Understand state monitoring policies, investor considerations, and property management perspectives. Consider compliance challenges and best practices related to unit designation, income limit application, the next available unit rule, multiple subsidy developments, and noncompliance correction. DISCUSSION LEADER Timothy Veenstra, Director, Asset Management | Illinois […]

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Study Housing Credit financing opportunities and preservation strategies for rural markets and Native American lands. Discuss trends in area median income growth and potential benefits and challenges to using the new income averaging minimum set-aside in rural areas. Understand the impact of USDA and Fannie Mae initiatives in these and other underserved markets. DISCUSSION LEADER […]

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Understand Section 8 rental assistance programs including project-based vouchers (PBV), project-based rental assistance (PBRA), and Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV). Analyze the impact of rental assistance on Housing Credit development and compliance requirements. Discuss Section 8 rules for income determination and rents and specific issues related to Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) deals. PARTICIPANTS Sheryl Putnam, Professional […]

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Financial structuring experts analyze the combination of the Housing Credit and Opportunity Zone incentives, including tactics for structuring funds, allocating tax benefits, optimizing equity contributions, and maximizing eligible basis. Explore the impact of IRS guidance on Housing Credit development, the use of bond financing in Opportunity Zone deals, and the status of funds targeting affordable […]

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