Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)
Tax Credits for Affordable Housing Investment
The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit is the primary federal incentive for affordable rental housing development. LIHTC provides dollar-for-dollar tax credits to investors who provide equity capital for affordable housing projects. Credits are claimed over 10 years and can offset substantial federal tax liability while generating modest cash returns and significant social impact.
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Real Results: Client Success Story
"An investor provides $1M equity to a LIHTC partnership receiving 9% credits. Annual credit allocation of $90,000 for 10 years ($900,000 total), plus modest cash flow and depreciation benefits."
*Illustrative scenario for educational purposes. Tax savings depend on individual circumstances, income level, entity structure, and proper implementation. Consult with a tax professional to determine eligibility.
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Investment Levels
- Current situation analysis
- Tax reduction opportunities
- Action item roadmap
- Follow-up summary
- Full financial analysis
- Multi-year projections
- Entity optimization
- Implementation support
- Quarterly planning calls
- Transaction review
- Legislative updates
- Priority access
- Structure analysis
- Document preparation
- IRS filings
- Transition planning
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Real-World Example: Before & After
An investor provides $1M equity to a LIHTC partnership receiving 9% credits. Annual credit allocation of $90,000 for 10 years ($900,000 total), plus modest cash flow and depreciation benefits.
BEFORE Strategy
AFTER Strategy
9% LIHTC provides $90K annual credit against $185K tax liability, reducing taxes to $95K. Over 10 years, $900K in credits generated from $1M investment. Additional benefits from depreciation and modest cash returns.
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Key Benefits
- Dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit
- 9% annual credit for 10 years (new construction)
- 4% credit plus bond financing alternative
- Depreciation deductions in addition to credits
- Stable, predictable credit stream
- Positive social impact in affordable housing
Requirements & Risks
Requirements:
- •Investment in qualified low-income housing project
- •Property must maintain affordability for 15+ years
- •Income and rent restrictions (60% AMI typical)
- •State housing agency allocation required
- •Annual compliance monitoring and reporting
- •Passive activity rules apply (material participation rare)
Risks to Consider:
- !15-year compliance period with recapture risk
- !Limited liquidity (long-term commitment)
- !Project performance risk affects cash returns
- !Complex partnership structures require expertise
- !State allocation competition limits availability
- !Passive loss limitations for most investors
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