Community Development and Capital Markets in Affordable Housing

This course discusses financial sources and tools for improving communities and adding affordable housing. These tools aid developers in the construction of housing
and economic development spaces in the communities. Practitioners can service communities with this new knowledge and skillset. Students will learn the resources and mechanisms of mission-based development. This course will include current topics such as ESG provisions, Impact Investing, and solving community challenges through real estate.
Prerequisites Required: Introduction to Affordable Housing REDV1-CE1001, Financing Affordable Housing REDV1-CE1002, and Development Process for Affordable Housing REDV1-CE1003
 
Continuing Education Units (CEU) : 2

You'll walk away with

• The knowledge of financial sources available to fund the development of affordable housing, local retail, and community facilities
• Insight on the motivations and requirements of the different capital sources.
• The skills to explore creative ways to finance projects, including affordable housing, with minimal equity.