Columbus is one of the fastest-growing cities in the Midwest with a rapidly expanding affordable housing gap. Ohio Housing Finance Agency's LIHTC program, combined with the Columbus Housing Trust Fund and CRA tax abatements, create strong incentive packages for investors.
These programs are available specifically to investors and developers in the Columbus, OH market.
City-funded trust providing gap financing for affordable housing development and preservation projects.
Ohio allocates LIHTC credits through OHFA, with Columbus-area projects receiving strong allocation due to growth.
Learn moreCommunity Reinvestment Area tax abatements providing 100% real property tax exemption for up to 15 years on new construction.
Learn moreFederal HOME funds distributed through Franklin County for affordable rental housing and homebuyer assistance.
Low-Income Housing Tax Credits are the largest source of affordable housing financing in the U.S. In Ohio, credits are allocated by OHFA.
Credits are allocated by OHFA through their Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP), which outlines scoring criteria and priorities.
View OHFA LIHTC ProgramCRA tax abatements provide 100% property tax exemption for 15 years
Columbus is one of the few Midwest cities with consistent population growth
Intel's $20B chip plant is driving massive housing demand in central Ohio
Affordable entry points with strong appreciation trajectory
FundNow Capital provides DSCR loans, bridge financing, and portfolio loans that complement government incentive programs in Columbus.
Qualify using Section 8 rental income — government-backed rents strengthen your DSCR ratio.
Learn moreShort-term financing to acquire and stabilize properties before permanent LIHTC or agency financing.
Learn moreFinance multiple properties in Columbus's Opportunity Zones under a single loan structure.
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