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Financing the Neighborhoods Banks Overlook

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 Drive south on Cottage Grove Avenue, past 47th Street, and count the bank branches. Then drive north on the same road past North Avenue and count again. The difference is not subtle, and it is not an accident. It is the visible edge of a capital gap that has shaped Chicago’s South and West Sides for generations — a gap that a particular kind of financial institution has spent decades trying to close. Hirsh Mohindra has followed the work of these institutions for years. “Every bank has a map of where it lends,” Hirsh Mohindra said. “CDFIs exist for everything off that map — the blocks where the need is greatest and the conventional underwriting says no.” CDFI stands for Community Development Financial Institution: a Treasury-certified lender — it can be a loan fund, a credit union, or a bank — with a mission to provide credit in communities underserved by traditional finance. Chicago is home to some of the strongest CDFIs in the country. Their story is the story of how capital act...

Exploring Your Options: A Guide to Real Estate Financing

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Embarking on a real estate investment journey is akin to setting sail on the open seas—a thrilling adventure filled with promise and potential. Yet, just as a skilled navigator relies on a map and compass to chart their course, savvy real estate investors must navigate the complex terrain of financing options to steer their investments towards success. In this comprehensive exploration, we’ll delve into the diverse array of financing options available to real estate investors, equipping you with the knowledge and insights needed to navigate these waters with confidence and clarity says, Hirsh Mohindra . Traditional Mortgages: At the heart of real estate financing lies the venerable institution of the traditional mortgage. Offered by banks, credit unions, and mortgage lenders, traditional mortgages provide investors with the capital needed to purchase properties while leveraging the property itself as collateral. With competitive interest rates and flexible terms, tr...