Alternative sources of capital for social and affordable housing

In this research summary, BC Housing explores the potential of Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) and hybrid legal structures as alternative funding sources for social and affordable housing. It highlights successful models from the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., examines key challenges such as property ownership and funding sustainability, and features case studies like the Housing Partnership Equity Trust.
Author: Margie Carlson from Housing Services Corporation.
Topics include: REITs, hybrid legal structures, affordable housing funding.