Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing

On the latest episode for the best podcast on Affordable Housing Investments, Kent Fai He sat down with Anber Little as she explains how to start a nonprofit for affordable housing and secure MILLIONS in grants! Want to build a nonprofit that actually gets funded? In this episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing", Anber Little shares how she started a mission-driven nonprofit and...

How to Handle Utilities and Entitlements in Real Estate Development  What do developers need to know about utilities, entitlements, and site planning? In this episode of Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing (the top podcast on Affordable Housing Investments hosted by Kent Fai He), Kristi Kandel shares how to navigate permitting delays, utility coordination, and city planning requirements...

Here's how Michael and his team bought a $464K property with a subject-to loan of 6.25% and 3X'd his return with total cash invested of $70K to convert the property to a 8 bedroom / 2.5 bath coliving property that generates $6,600 of rent every month and nets $1,500 / month! What if your real estate strategy didn’t just make money—but solved real problems too? Michael started with one house hack a...

💡Please share this with anyone you know who: 1) Is looking to build a home or an ADU 2) who has lost a home to fire or  3) is living in an area with a high fire risk. You don’t want them to be unprepared! On the latest episode of Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing, widely recognized as the top authority for Affordable Housing in the United States, we bring you a critical discussion wi...

How might an expert in precious metals and coins invest if they were to get started today?! How about allocating 20% to Gold and 80% to silver? Why? Most people think coins are collectibles… but what if they’re your best defense against inflation?' On the latest episode of Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing, we're keeping things fresh with new perspectives... because it's essential tha...

What does it cost to turn a $84K property into $145K? Where are the Kansas City neighborhoods that investors are still looking for deals in? On the latest episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing", Kent Fai He and Matt Semegran break down how Matt and his partners bought a property in Kansas City for just $84,000 and now expect to rent it out for $1,600/month through Section 8 af...

What does it take to rebuild your life—and help rebuild a community? Everyone deserves a second chance—and with grit, teamwork, and heart, affordable housing can be the foundation for transformation, both personal and community-wide. Adam Clausen’s journey proves that second chances can lead to systematic changes elsewhere—when we lead with grit, collaboration, and a belief in human potential. In...

What does it take to raise over $600 million in equity for affordable housing?  Why do you think you need to have it all figured out before you even head to college? On the latest Podcast episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing," industry veteran Matthew Haas, Senior Vice President at KeyBank, sits down with Kent He to break down the real mechanics of raising capital through CRA...

Affordable housing doesn't happen by accident — it's a carefully planned process. So how do you EARN these public-private partnerships with cities and counties to create more housing!?  On the latest episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing," Terri Davis-Merchant shares what it’s really like to be the legal backbone of affordable housing development. She is the true example of ho...

What if we told you that real estate development doesn't start with bricks and buildings... but with roads, pipes, and most importantly, the community? Taurean Gordon, Co-Founder of Greenwood Seneca, shares how he unexpectedly entered this field through a management consulting firm that introduced him to infrastructure, and how this work shapes the destiny of entire communities. From high-speed ra...

What do churches, tax credits, and housing policy have in common? A powerful (and underused) model for solving the housing crisis! There’s a better way to fund, partner, and develop affordable housing—but almost no one’s talking about it... until now. Affordable housing expert Hugh Martinez breaks down the real-world challenges and opportunities in building homes for low-income families.  From nav...

Have you ever wondered about public-private partnerships and how they can work to create more Affordable Housing? Kathi Thomas, Chief Housing Officer of Southern Nevada Housing Authority, came onto the Affordable Housing podcast to share REAL-LIFE EXAMPLES answering just those questions! I am so proud to share this conversation with all of you because Kathi's story will INSPIRE you... and most imp...

From $678 Expenses to $1,250 Rent - Mike Caggiano is our HOA / Condo Investment Expert! Learn how he turns condos & townhomes into profitable real estate investments! 💰 Mike Caggiano has consistently closed deals year after year. He reveals why investing in condos and townhomes can be more lucrative than single-family homes, how HOAs can work to your advantage, and how to assess the HOA's fin...

🏡 Affordable housing is more than just buildings, Section 8 vouchers, and tax credits - it’s about bringing together people, communities, and opportunity.  On the latest episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing", Erik Soliván, Director of Housing for the City of San Jose, reveals the real story behind public housing—debunking myths, tackling misconceptions, and breaking down how...

Want to cut ✂️ loan costs, maximize profits, and maybe even become a mortgage broker in real estate? In this episode, Fernando Corona shares how he closed 130+ loans in his first year, overcame a Ponzi scheme setback, and learned to teach lending strategies and help investors such as yourself pay ZERO Origination fees for their loans! On the latest podcast episode of "Affordable Housing & Real...

Want to learn how to structure multi-million dollar affordable housing deals? On the latest Podcast episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing", Tim Van Rooy, a seasoned expert in real estate development having underwritten 100s of projects in the past, reveals the insider strategies that developers, nonprofits, and investors are using to secure funding, navigate HUD loans, and max...

Anber Little has helped developers and operators obtain over $50M+ in funding for their Affordable Housing developments and properties! WOW! From working with vulnerable populations to securing funding for sustainable housing, Anber’s journey is filled with real-world insights that every developer, advocate, and investor needs to hear. On the latest episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate...

Think affordable housing development is just about helping hard working class families? There’s WAY more to it. What does it really take to bring affordable housing projects to life? In this episode, Max Heninger, Senior Project Developer at Eden Housing, shares insider knowledge on the day-to-day life of a project manager, which can involve solving some of the biggest challenges, developing fundi...

In this episode, Tomi Odukoya takes us on his inspiring journey from his military career to a successful real estate investor and attorney. He shares the early influences that ignited his passion for real estate, his disciplined saving strategies during military service, and the valuable lessons learned from his first property purchase!  On the latest podcast episode of "Affordable Housing & R...

Amar Halaweh had SUCH a great story about how she landed her internship at Beacon Development Group as a college student... which ultimately led to her full-time position as a Development Associate! Securing funding for housing projects can be complex, but knowing where to look makes all the difference! 🏡💰  On the latest podcast episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing," Amar b...

Get ready to take notes! To continue her journey of helping others create more affordable housing, Amy Kell came out of retirement to share her TOP lessons and exactly how she helped organizations win over $172M in grants during her career!  Join us on the latest podcast episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing" as we covered all the key factors for a successful grant application...

What if we told you how you can add $3M to a multifamily property's value in just 90 days? Let’s dive in! Mike Curadossi’s mastery in Section 8 investing shines through on our latest podcast episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing"! We learned how Mike turned properties into profitable assets. Learn how he used strategic financing, tenant management, and renovations to grow his...

Have you ever wondered how Habitat For Humanity Operates? What do their teams do every day to create homeownership opportunities? Velma de la Rosa, VP of Housing Development of Habitat for Humanity Orange County, joins our podcast to explain it all!  In this heartfelt interview, discover the transformative power of homeownership and its role in building generational wealth. Learn how Habitat for H...

Get ready for some wisdom from an experienced property manager, Daisy Sebastian!  Daisy is so well versed with the Housing Choice Voucher (FKA Section 8) program in Alabama, and she was so gracious to answer some of the top questions from our community during our conversation!  On the latest Podcast episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing," Daisy shared insights you do NOT want...

Why do some housing programs succeed where others fail?  What’s the real cost of homelessness and how can we fix it effectively?! We're so grateful to have Brian Drobnick on our podcast to share his experiences of what worked in the cities and developments he's been a part of! Discover how permanent supportive housing transforms lives and communities by offering effective, holistic solutions for c...