IMPACT Community Capital LLC

“The end of 2024 marks a turning point toward a potentially more stable environment for the multifamily market in general, and affordable housing specifically,” said IMPACT Community Capital LLC CIO Michael Lohmeier in his Q4 Market Commentary. “Moderating operating costs, an accommodative interest rate environment, demand catching up to supply, vacancy rates falling, and rents beginning to rise are creating a much more constructive backdrop for the multifamily market.”? ?? To read more of Michael’s insights on the multifamily sector, check out the Q4 Market Commentary here: https://lnkd.in/gF8_2_H5

In the third quarter, IMPACT Community Capital LLC helped finance nearly 800 units of affordable housing through a combined $59.9 million in new commitments and purchases. Explore our recent investment activity here: https://lnkd.in/ehRJHhuR

Jeff Brenner, CEO of IMPACT Community Capital LLC, joined industry leaders this week at the American Council of Life Insurers - ACLI Senior Investment Managers Seminar for a panel on impact investing with moderator Michelle Carroll Foster, MPA, Chief Inclusion Officer at ACLI, and Amber Williams, CFA, Chief Sustainability Officer and Head of Client Investment Strategies at Lincoln Financial. The discussion, "Catalysts for Change: The Latest in Impact Investment," covered emerging trends and strategies driving the industry forward, focusing on tackling global challenges like social inequality and sustainable development. Jeff shared how IMPACT generates both financial returns and meaningful social outcomes by financing affordable multifamily housing, contributing to the evolving role of impact investing in creating a sustainable future.?

IMPACT Community Capital LLC is thrilled to welcome Flora T. as our new Data Analyst. In this role, Flora will leverage her expertise in applied data science to further our mission and measure the real-world impact of our affordable housing investments. “I wanted to work at IMPACT Community Capital because of the company’s commitment to making a tangible difference through responsible investment in underserved communities. This commitment aligns with my personal values, and I'm excited to contribute to a mission-driven team focused on real, positive change,” said Flora. We’re excited to have you on board, Flora. Welcome to the IMPACT team.?

Tune in to the latest episode of the Freddie Mac Multifamily podcast featuring IMPACT Community Capital LLC CIO Michael Lohmeier. Joined by hosts Corey Aber and Luba Kim-Reynolds, Mike discusses how IMPACT Community Capital has strategically managed nearly $3 billion in impact investments to date, emphasizing our long-standing partnership with Freddie Mac and our commitment to financing affordable housing solutions across the U.S.? ? Listen to the episode to hear about our considerations when investing in affordable multifamily developments that allow us to generate risk-adjusted returns for investors while promoting positive social impact: https://lnkd.in/eHKxuFKH

Listen to the latest Freddie Mac Multifamily podcast episode, featuring our CIO Michael Lohmeier: https://lnkd.in/eHKxuFKH ?

Institutional investors are starting to recognize affordable housing as a stable asset class that offers a range of investment opportunities capable of delivering competitive returns.? BlackRock's recent joint venture with Greystone Housing exemplifies this shift, highlighting how investors in this sector can leverage government incentives to help address housing shortages while generating reliable fixed-income returns across economic cycles.?? ? Subscribers can read the recent FundFire article “BlackRock Bets on Affordable Housing Finance in New Joint Venture,” which cites IMPACT Community Capital LLC’s work financing more than 600 affordable housing developments across 43 states as an example of these investments in action: https://lnkd.in/etCfXJpb?

#ICYMI: Be sure to watch ImpactAlpha’s recent ‘Agents of Impact’ call focused on the importance of affordable housing preservation, featuring IMPACT Community Capital LLC CIO Michael Lohmeier. Mike explains how IMPACT provides institutional-scale investment opportunities in affordable housing and works to preserve affordability with bridge loan financing for multifamily developments whose affordability restrictions are expiring. Listen to the valuable conversation with Mike and the other affordable housing leaders here: https://lnkd.in/edp6QwEh?

Affordable housing is a sector of real estate investment that often comes with misperceptions due to the limited focus on?its potential social impact. Our CIO Michael Lohmeier tackles this topic on the #PlotLines podcast with Gregory FCA hosts Heather Crowell and Britni Ackrivo. He explains why these investments are not just about addressing social needs—they also offer stability and long-term value for investors. Listen to the full episode and hear Mike’s insightful thoughts here: https://lnkd.in/eBu-hWCV ?#AffordableHousing #ImpactInvesting #RealEstate?

We’re proud to announce that CIO Michael Lohmeier will be a panelist on ImpactAlpha’s next ‘Agents of Impact’ call this coming Wednesday, focusing on the investment case for affordable housing preservation. At IMPACT Community Capital LLC we believe that safeguarding existing affordable units is vital for low-income families and can offer steady, risk-adjusted returns for investors. Join Michael and other industry experts as they explore the investment models that support this essential asset class on Wednesday, 10/16 at 10 am PT/1 pm ET. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in a vital conversation about the future of affordable housing!?Register for the event here: https://lnkd.in/eXttdbsR?