Multifamily Podcast

Tax Credits with Michael Novogradac

Steve Guggenmos and Corey Aber

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In this episode, Steve and Corey are joined by Michael Novogradac, managing partner of Novogradac & Company LLP. Together, they take an in-depth look at the history of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program – from its inception to today – and the role it has played in the affordable housing market. There's a lot to this story, and it's more relevant now than ever given the severe affordability challenges around the country.

  • Chapter 1: 0:00 - 6:50 – 1986 and 1989 were big years for the affordable housing industry
  • Chapter 2: 6:50 - 19:00 – The Year-15 issue and the 4% and 9% tax credits
  • Chapter 3: 19:00 - 20:50 – The post-recession dip and rise
  • Chapter 4: 20:50 - 28:30 – Regional variations, investor needs and high opportunity areas
  • Chapter 5: 28:30 - 33:30 – Affordability challenges and solutions
  • Chapter 6: 33:30 - end – Opportunity Zones and looking ahead


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