Essential Function Bonds are emerging as a powerful financing tool for affordable housing—but how do they work in practice? This panel brings together public and private perspectives to explore how Essential Function Bonds can be structured, issued, and successfully deployed to meet strategic goals and bring a new mechanism for affordable housing and mixed income development.
Through a real-world case study of a recent transaction, panelists will walk through the deal from concept to closing, highlighting key decision points, risks, and lessons learned. Attendees will gain practical insight into when Essential Function Bonds make sense, how public and private partners can collaborate effectively, and what it takes to move these complex deals across the finish line.