A Developer’s Guide to Maximizing Basis & Credits at Construction Completion
Affordable housing projects take years to bring to life, and once certificates of occupancy are issued, developers face pressure to complete cost certification quickly to unlock the next equity installment and keep 8609s on schedule.
A single delay can jeopardize credits, strain funding, and disrupt your entire closeout timeline.

What You’ll Learn in This Guide
This digestible guide gives you a strategic advantage by breaking down the five most common cost‑certification challenges developers encounter. The questions addressed inside come directly from our affordable housing developer clients. You’ll learn how we tackle issues related to:
- Sourcing
- Eligible basis
- Credit delivery
- Development fees
- Equity‑triggering milestones
Packed with practical insights and lessons learned on the job, this guide shows you how to:
- Anticipate roadblocks early in construction
- Protect your financial position
- Keep your project on track
If you want a smoother, faster, and more reliable path to completion, our guide is essential, straightforward reading.