Akerman's Real Estate Financing Practice Co-chair Beau Baker will moderate the CRE Financial Council (CREFC) After-Work Seminar entitled “Affordable Housing Insights.” Presented by the CREFC Young Professionals Network, the panel will focus on the intricacies of affordable housing in commercial real estate finance, including:

• Borrower & Lender Qualifications: Learn about the unique criteria required for stakeholders to participate in affordable housing deals.
• Government Involvement: Understand the critical role of government programs, including protections, subsidies, and incentives, in shaping and supporting affordable housing initiatives.
• Loan Structuring: Discover how affordable housing loans differ from traditional multifamily financing, including specialized carveouts and adjustments.
• Securitization Dynamics: Gain insights into how securitization strategies differ for affordable housing deals, and explore the distinct roles banks, Freddie Mac, and Fannie Mae play in the process.