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2022 DevelUP: affordable housing workshop
Building developers, diversity and communities from the ground up
April 27, 2022 · Authored by Donald N. Bernards, Todd Carpenter, Garrick Gibson
Baker Tilly hosted an educational workshop and networking event designed to help underrepresented developers conquer affordable housing, scale their business, and build diversity. DevelUP brought together underrepresented developers, allies and advisors to Milwaukee for an opportunity to network and leverage deep industry knowledge from experienced professionals. Watch our short video to commemorate the event and view the event presentation.
The workshop focused on foundational and developmental sessions, including the following topics:
- An introduction to low-income housing tax credits (LIHTC)
- Underwriting LIHTC transactions
- Construction and design trends
- Leveraging co-development opportunities
- Strategies for building a holistic development team
- Scaling your business and investing in yourself
Featured content from the event
Affordable housing pros show how investing in yourself pays off for your business
Four experienced affordable housing professionals share their experiences and how to be intentional and thoughtful about scaling your business.
Co-development opportunities: how to identify the appropriate partner
Real estate co-development relationships are a crucial way for underrepresented developers to learn, build capacity and gain practical project management skills.
For emerging developers, relationships are key to success in underwriting LIHTC deals
New developers, especially underrepresented developers, learn best practices and fundamentals in the underwriting process for LIHTC transactions.
New affordable housing developers need to master the hurdles to success
Learn how to address and conquer the biggest hurdles to become successful in affordable housing development.
Underrepresented developers in the Midwest: breaking down the LIHTC process
Navigate the low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) program in Midwest states – Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota.
Building a bridge between affordable housing design, financing and construction
Affordable housing specialists offer advice on how to build developments that meet budget guidelines, attract long-term residents, and protect the environment.
Strategies for building a holistic affordable housing development team
Find the right pieces for your development team to ensure you are successful with your projects.
