BuzzHouse: A Baker Tilly Podcast

Amid budget negotiations, shifting tax credit allocations and evolving funding programs, LIHTC developers are facing a dramatically changing landscape. The recently passed “One Big Beautiful Bill” is already reshaping how housing projects will be financed, structured, and planned in 2026 and beyond.

In this episode of BuzzHouse, Don Bernards and Garrick Gibson walk through the biggest updates that matter most to affordable housing professionals. Listen now to stay ahead of what's changing and how it affects your pipeline.

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In this episode of BuzzHouse, Don Bernards and Garrick Gibson sit down with Aron Thompson, executive director of R.E.D. Academy, a developer training program in Nashville backed by the Urban League and Amazon.

From filling the "if-but-for" gaps to building a pipeline of local leaders, Aron unpacks what it really takes to grow a developer and why proximity, trust and support systems make the difference.

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How do state building codes influence housing development, cost and safety? In this episode of BuzzHouse, hosts Don Bernards and Garrick Gibson are joined by Daniel Hereth, secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, to outline the department’s role in maintaining public safety while examining how modernizing building codes can increase flexibility for developers and encourage more affordable housing options across the state.

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In this episode of BuzzHouse, Don Bernards and Garrick Gibson sit down with Thom Amdur, Senior Vice President of Policy and Impact at Lincoln Avenue Communities. Thom shares what he's tracking on Capitol Hill and what could be coming next for affordable housing, tax reform and federal regulation. From the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act to changes in NEPA and Davis-Bacon, he breaks down the legislative and administrative shifts likely to impact developers, investors and housing professionals heading into 2025. 

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In this episode of BuzzHouse, host Garrick Gibson welcomes Jolena Presti, managing director in Baker Tilly’s development and community advisory practice, to break down what’s really working in the fight to fix our housing crisis. With state and local governments shifting policies and communities leaning into strategic land reuse and streamlined permitting, Jolena shares insights from the American Planning Association’s National Planning Conference and from her own experience in the field. 

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In this episode of BuzzHouse, hosts Don Bernards and Garrick Gibson talk with Kathryn Grosscup, housing tax credit manager for the Colorado Housing Finance Authority (CHFA), about Colorado’s innovative approach to addressing the middle-income housing gap. Listen in as Kathryn breaks down the newly launched Middle Income Housing Tax Credit (MIHTC) and how it aims to address Colorado’s affordable housing crisis. 

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In this episode of BuzzHouse, hosts Don Bernards and Garrick Gibson sit down with Peter Sherman, director of development for the Housing Authority of the City of Charleston, to discuss an innovative approach to financing affordable housing. With tax credits becoming increasingly competitive, Peter shares how his team navigated the challenges of financing the renovation of Kiawah Homes by leveraging their housing authority’s credit rating. If you work in affordable housing, this episode offers a fresh perspective on funding options that could transform your next project.

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In this episode of BuzzHouse, hosts Don Bernards and Garrick Gibson are joined by Baker Tilly colleagues Michelle Isenhouer-Hanlin and Joe Marchese to explore the $6 billion Clean Communities Investment Accelerator (CCIA) under the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF). The discussion dives into how this funding supports low-income and disadvantaged communities through green banks and community lenders, what types of projects qualify and how developers can prepare to access these resources. The team also shares actionable insights for community lenders and project developers, including strategies to meet funding criteria and maximize impact. Listen in for key details about this initiative and how it can shape the future of clean energy and affordable housing.

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In this episode of BuzzHouse, Don Bernards and Garrick Gibson reflect on 2024 and the key moments in multifamily housing. From updates on affordable housing funding to the latest on bond financing and solar initiatives, they break down the year’s highlights. They also look ahead to 2025, discussing exciting opportunities such as the Green Communities Investment Accelerator and the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act. Listen as they explore what’s next for the multifamily housing industry, legislative changes, and how these shifts will affect future projects.

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On this special episode of BuzzHouse, Don Bernards sits down with David Gasson, executive director of the Housing Advisory Group, a national advocacy organization that works on behalf of the LIHTC, as well as broader housing issues. David provides insight on the implications of the 2024 election on the world of affordable housing – including leadership in housing policy-related Congressional committees, predictions on changes to the corporate tax rate, GSE reform, the status of CRA and much more. Press play and discover this informative and enlightening episode!

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