Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing

How do nonprofits creatively acquire, finance, and develop affordable housing?! HOW DOES IT WORK?! What can you do if you want to make an impact with your time, energy, and resources? Look no further... as we welcome Leah Whiteside from The Community Builders onto our podcast! Affordable housing is a complex but rewarding challenge—especially when combined with strategic tax credits, nonprofit par...

Curious about the complexities of LIHTC projects? How do you partner with cities, counties, or municipalities to create affordable housing (e.g., with donated land)?! Get ready to be inspired to hear about Chris Pugliese's journey from working with housing authorities to becoming the Director of Housing Development and making a difference in his community!  Join us on the latest podcast episode of...

Can affordable housing provide more than just a place to live?  Explore the transformative story behind Alan Biller's projects! Alan has a tremendous amount of experience in financing, tenant advocacy, and project management for real estate development!  Learn how these projects challenge traditional market forces while delivering exceptional living spaces for those in need. On the latest episode...

Are you ready to transform your building projects? Watch the latest episode of Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing as we welcome Travis Fox, Executive Chairman of Build Your Fortress! Get ready to learn how SIPs are shaping a better, more sustainable, and attainable future. Are you tired of rising construction costs, slow timelines, and homes that can’t handle extreme weather? Why stick...

Have you ever wondered how much equity do Low Income Housing Tax Credits Provide Affordable Housing Developers to help fund their Capital Stack? Did you know that placing your project in a Qualified Census Tract (QCT) or Difficult Development Area (DDA) could mean millions in equity?   Are you curious about how Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) work?  William Mejia unpacks the math and strate...

Get ready to learn from an EXPERIENCED Real Estate Developer!!!  How experienced? How about being part of 21,000+ units in his career to-date! We are SO grateful to welcome George Gager onto the Affordable Housing Podcast. He was so kind to share some of the top lessons he learned from his real estate development career to date. Join us on the latest episode of Affordable Housing & Real Estate...

Are you trying to break into the affordable housing development world... but you're always wondering what developers mean when they say 'We put together the Deal"? On the latest podcast episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing", we're honored to bring on Al Marshall, who has put together deals for over 7,000+ units over his career to date! We're SO grateful to learn from an exper...

Are you looking to finance your next affordable housing development? Get ready to learn from Michael Eaton, one of the few attorneys with Tax Exempt Attorneys in the United States, having helped Affordable Housing Developers close on HUNDREDS of LIHTC and HUD projects in his career! In the world of affordable housing development, financing can often be the biggest hurdle. Thankfully, HUD provides...

Ever wonder what common mistakes Real Estate Developers make? How about not considering the down-stream impacts of that what they're building?! We are SO grateful to welcome Affordable Housing Developer, Stefanie Kondor, with her 10+ years of experience in Affordable Housing! She brings her wealth of knowledge from working in finance/banking, property management, asset management, AND real estate...

Christine Villegas shares practical advice from supporting over 1,500 Affordable Housing units during her career! We had a great conversion re: engaging with public agencies, and ensuring your projects meet community demands as you embark on your journey to secure Low Income Housing Tax Credits ("LIHTC") for development! Winning federal tax credits for affordable housing is like competing in a hig...

What does it take to breathe new life into a century-old building?  Join us on the latest episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing" as we dive deep into the $18 million transformation of a historic school in Minnesota into affordable housing.  From securing historic tax credits to fighting NIMBY-ism, this project faced countless challenges, but with perseverance and community sup...

🤔  Ever wondered how to make a difference while making money? This is your chance! Let’s dive into the world of land banks and real estate! 🏡 💼 Daniel Asbury Jr. reveals his team's secrets to success in the land banking world! In this video, learn how he transformed eight land bank lots into four modern homes in a challenging area, all while navigating the complexities of real estate developmen...

Education and real estate are two powerful industries—what if you could succeed in both? Why choose between making a difference and building wealth when you can do both?  Learn how a tutoring business can transform lives while funding real estate ventures, creating double the impact and income with Loni Lebanoff! Please make sure you follow Loni (@Loni_pops) and check out her amazing award-winning...

🤔  Are you struggling to secure Low Income Housing Tax Credits "LIHTC"? Did you know your experience, the location, or the target population that you want to help can make or break your chances for LIHTC success?  If you're new to LIHTC or looking to improve your "score", this guide is for you! Find out how to earn the most points and secure those tax credits! In the latest episode of "Affordable...

Who do you need to become to attract the financial resources and talent to help others and truly make an impact on the world? Joining us for our 100th Podcast Episode is Per Wimmer, who is the one and only CEO and Founder of Wimmer Financial - https://wimmerfinancial.com/ Per Wimmer is a founding Astronaut for Sir Richard Branson's spaceflight company, Virgin Galactic. He is a philanthropist, adve...

Ready to boost your real estate development strategy with solar that pays for itself?! Jared Lang, CEO of housingsustainability.com, joined the "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing" podcast to dive into how you can combine Low Income Housing Tax Credits ("LIHTC") with solar tax credits for affordable housing development projects! Discover how to transform an example $500K solar investme...

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We decided to focus a portion of the "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing" podcast on "Skills & Mindset" because we believe that no one can ever take away the skills you've learned and the mindset you've developed! We are SO honored to welcome Jen Aintablian (@humanitarian.investor) to teach us how to take your fundraising to the next level! Jen brings a WEALTH of experience and kno...

Ever wondered how to find Section 8 deals... via Townhomes?!  On the latest episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing", Albert Chou from Section 8 Secrets breaks down his very first investment in a $205,000 property in Maine and how it turned into a high-return success! 📈 From calculating cash flow to understanding the impact of property appreciation, he shares everything you nee...

✅ Ready to master the art of land development? This podcast with Ashley Baksh is your ultimate guide to navigating the complex world of property development.   On the latest episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing", we dive deep into the following topics: - Critical phases of land development and related challenges you’ll face and how to overcome them - How to navigate common o...

🤔 Curious how an $800K investment during COVID led to double-digit returns while earning $9,000 in rent per month backed by the government in an AMAZING Greater Boston neighborhood?  "Boston’s real estate market is too expensive!" That's what you hear all the time, but during the pandemic, Lily ( @lilyy_duong ) spotted an incredible opportunity. By leveraging a low-interest rate and smart propert...

Want to understand how to attract private money lenders and partners in real estate? 🏡  Explore how top investors analyze deals, protect their investments, and achieve maximum returns with Jon Chan ( @jonchanrei )  has invested in over 25+ deals, including 10 section 8 properties himself! In the latest podcast episode on "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing", we dive deep into: - Asses...

Get ready to witness the incredible transformation of 17 acres into a thriving mixed-income community!  Our latest podcast episode of "Affordable Housing & Real Estate Investing," Jen Aintablian (@humanitarian.investor) and I got to interview Kristi Kandel re: an incredible 17-acre development project, showcasing every step of the journey from turning dirt to a thriving, self-sustaining neighb...

🌟The Future of Affordable Housing Starts Here with City Concillor Sumbul Siddiqui and former Mayor of Cambridge!  🏡  Curious about how Cambridge, home to the most prestigious universities in the world, is making affordable housing a reality? In this video, we break down Affordable Housing Overlay’s ("AHO") role in accelerating development of affordable units and easing regulatory burdens. Find o...

How can you apply your strengths to build two of the highest leverage skills: Capital and Collaboration (i.e., working through others and attracting Grade A+ Teammates)? As Rosie said it so beautifully... you don't need to mediate for hours every day and jump in an ice bath every morning to be successful! You are your OWN person with your own STRENGTHS AND TALENTS! We just have to be aware of what...