You don’t need to buy a multiunit building to invest in affordable housing. Affordable housing investment can be a part of your investment portfolio. Here are a few types of investors that can be involved in this opportunity:

• Builders/Developers: There are many government incentives geared toward building/developing affordable housing. Builders and developers can take advantage of these incentives and sell the property to other investors (more on that below).
• Passive Investors: If you have some money to invest, you can choose to invest in Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) that manage low-income housing (more on that below).
• Landlords: If you already own a rental property, consider accepting Section 8 vouchers to help future tenants afford to live in your property.

How Do I Become A Low-Income Housing Developer?

• If you’re interested in developing low-income housing and you’re not super experienced, it’s best to start small. Take what you’ve learned from one property or situation and apply it to the next.
• If you’re already in the developing business, there are still a few things you can learn that apply to affordable housing. Here are a couple tips to get started, whether you’re a new developer or a seasoned pro.