Simplify the Complex
CRBT Specialty Finance Group is dedicated to financing affordable housing developments. That means our focus is on navigating the unique challenges of LIHTC deals, without the distractions of competing priorities. With extensive experience and national reach, we work side-by-side with developers to structure, finance, and close complex deals with confidence.
(1) Actual timing may vary based on project complexity and borrower responsiveness.
WHY DEVELOPERS CHOOSE US
Developers don’t just choose CRBT Specialty Finance Group for one reason — they choose us for a combination of strengths that make complex projects easier to finance
Flexibility
We adapt to every project offering terms, structures, and timelines shaped to fit your deal.
Expertise
Our deep industry knowledge confidently guides even the most complex, multi-layered financing.
Conversions
No complications. A seamless transition from construction to permanent financing.
Trust
Over 70% of our new clients come from referrals — clear proof of industry trust.
WHERE WE WORK
Going where our partners grow.
We finance projects nationwide, with a strong fit in secondary and tertiary markets. Developers appreciate that we're not tied to a geographic footprint — we follow trusted sponsors wherever the next project takes them.
Ready to simplify your next LIHTC deal? Let’s talk.
When you work with CRBT Specialty Finance Group, you talk directly with decision makers. Quick answers, real relationships, lasting partnerships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of QCR Holdings, a $9.6 billion Iowa-based holding company, we have the financial strength to fund sizable projects nationwide. Developers get the backing of a trusted, well-capitalized partner without geographic limits.
We specialize in 4% tax-exempt bond LIHTC deals and 9% competitive LIHTC projects, helping developers navigate complex financing from construction through permanent conversion.
Not at all. We follow trusted developers wherever the next project takes them, with strong experience in secondary and tertiary markets across the U.S.
Developers value our deep LIHTC expertise, solutions-focused approach, and fewer hurdles - saving time and avoiding project delays.