PR Mortgage & Investments Announces Record 2016 Results

Articles PR Mortgage & Investments Announces Record 2016 Results

Industry News, Loan Closings, Press Release | January 18, 2017

Carmel, INDIANA (1/18/2017) – PR Mortgage & Investments (PR) is proud to announce record results for 2016. The company finished the year with more than $1.17 billion in mortgage originations, the second highest in the company’s 26 year history, 20,931 total housing units, and 152 total loans.

The key highlights of these record performance numbers consisted of Affordable Housing Financings at 30% of total volume, the highest in company history. Loan volume for 221(d)4 financings exceeded $161 million with 1,957 total housing units. Also, more than $505 million in loans, 43% of total volume, were closed using Merchants Bank of Indiana, the parent company of PR Mortgage & Investments.

PR Mortgage’s servicing portfolio volume also hit record performance numbers in 2016 with 944 active loans exceeding $6 billion, the highest in company history.

“We at PR Mortgage are very proud of our accomplishments in 2016 and share in our success with our customers and banking partners. Utilizing Merchants Bank of Indiana in conjunction with FHA and the GSE’s have given us a competitive advantage and provides very competitive financing options for our clients. With the continued growth of the bank and competitive GNMA pricing, we expect momentum to continue in 2017,” said Mike Dury, COO of PR Mortgage & Investments.

Michael Dury

President and CEO

PR Mortgage & Investments is headquartered in Carmel, Indiana. PR is an approved FHA Mortgagee and is an approved Multifamily Accelerated Processing (MAP) lender for HUD. PR Mortgage is also a Rural Housing Service (RHS) approved lender for the Section 538 program. The company is a Government National Mortgage Association (GNMA) Issuer of Mortgage Backed Securities (MBS). These agencies offer secondary market programs that provide a full range of loan structures for multifamily rental projects and health care facilities. Through these programs, PR Mortgage & Investments can provide acquisition, refinance, rehabilitation, and new construction loans. These programs offer competitive long-term, fixed-rate loans that meet the needs of our clients. Through its parent company (Merchants Bank of Indiana), PR Mortgage offers floating and fixed rate interim construction and acquisition/rehab loans.

CARMEL, Ind. (Jan. 19, 2024) – Merchants Capital today announced large capital raises, including $506.7 million in fund investments closed across the firm’s multi-investor, proprietary and state credit offerings for the year ended Dec. 31, 2023. The firm raised an additional $365 million in tax credit equity in January 2024.The firm’s capital raise, which has surpassed $1.4 billion since the platform launched in 2021, comprises $725 million in multi-investor offerings, $26 million in state credit syndications and $664 million in proprietary fund investments.In December 2023, the firm closed Merchants Capital Tax Credit Equity Fund 16, LLC, a $160 million multi-investor fund with 12 bank investors, including three new investors. In January 2024, the firm closed Merchants Capital Tax Credit Equity Fund 14, L.P., its largest ever fund capital raise at $263 million with a large institutional investor.“Successfully raising $1.4 billion in tax credit equity since launching our platform three years ago is a remarkable achievement—it sets Merchants Capital apart from other new entrants in the tax credit equity syndication space,” said Julie Sharp, Executive Vice President at Merchants Capital.“Our success is a testament to our team, the support of our investor and developer partners and the innovative platform we have built across all business lines at Merchants Capital,” said Linda Hill, Executive Vice President at Merchants Capital.The announcement of record-breaking results in the tax credit equity division follows Merchants Capital’s recognition by Affordable Housing Finance as the #2 largest lender for affordable housing in the United States.“It has been extremely rewarding to build out an equity originations platform in a firm that offers industry-leading debt products and balance sheet solutions for affordable housing developers,” said Josh Reed, Executive Vice President of Acquisitions at Merchants Capital. “We are grateful to our developer and investor partners, who make our success possible.”Merchants Capital’s asset management portfolio includes tax credit equity investments in more than 13,000 affordable homes in 23 states.“Our remarkable production results reflect strongly on the capabilities and investments we have made in our asset, fund and risk management team of professionals who are steadfast in their dedication to our investor and developer partners,” said Chris Messmann, Executive Vice President of Syndications and Tax at Merchants Capital.To learn more about Merchants Capital and its services, visit www.merchantscapital.com or find Merchants Capital on Facebook, X, LinkedIn and Instagram.Read MorePress Release, Tax Credit Equity | January 19, 2024Merchants Capital Surpasses $1.4B in Equity Raised Since Inception, with Back-to-Back Closings of $160M Multi-investor Fund and $270M in Proprietary FundsJob and Life Skill Services at Launchpad Apartments to Create Opportunity for Homeless YouthCARMEL, Ind. (Nov. 29, 2023) – Leading financial services provider Merchants Capital today announced it has secured $23 million in total financing for the construction of Launchpad Apartments, a permanent supportive housing (PSH) development in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Launchpad is the first Transition Aged Youth (TAY) development in the primary market area (PMA) and part of a community effort to halt the cycle of homelessness.Cohen-Esrey Development Group (CEDG) partnered with nonprofit The PLACE to provide housing and services for youth experiencing homelessness, including assistance with job placement, life skills, counseling and healthcare. The 50-unit property will be restricted to TAY households earning 30% or less of the area median income (AMI), in addition to those aged 18 to 24 who are experiencing, or are at risk of, homelessness. Launchpad’s 50 units of supportive housing have the capability of resolving up to 69.4% of youth homelessness in El Paso County, Colorado, according to the 2023 Point in Time count of homelessness.Merchants Capital provided $10.9 million in federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) equity for the project. Merchants Bank provided a $12.1 million construction bridge loan.Additional project funding includes $113,739 in 45L tax credit equity, $5.25 million in soft debt, $3.1 million in permanent debt and $300,000 in city fees rebates. The property will operate under a 20-year Section 8 housing assistance payment (HAP) contract covering 100% of the units.“It has been an honor to be part of an effort to protect at-risk youth, and we are proud to work alongside The PLACE and CEDG to bring this project to fruition,” said Linda L. Hill, Executive Vice President, Tax Credit Equity at Merchants Capital. “We launched our tax credit syndication platform back in 2020, and it’s been incredible to work alongside partners who share a passion and mission for making affordable housing a reality for all Americans. Launchpad Apartments serves as an important step towards this communal goal.”“Elevating people in diverse communities aligns with Merchants’ mission,” said Dwayne George, Executive Vice President, Agency Production at Merchants Capital. “We look forward to seeing the positive influence this project will have on the neighborhood and its residents.”Launchpad Apartments will sit in the “very walkable” neighborhood of Old Colorado City in western Colorado Springs. The site is adjacent to essential goods, employment opportunities and recreation areas. It is also 400 feet from the metro transit stop.“We are very proud to have the opportunity to partner with Merchants Capital on Launchpad,” said Lisa Sorensen, Development Director of Cohen-Esrey Development Group. “This collaboration is a testament to the power of community partnerships and their ability to affect positive change. Our shared vision is to provide young adults in need with more than just a roof over their heads – we're offering them a fresh start with Launchpad. We’d like to extend a special thank you to all our partners for helping make this a reality.”Launchpad Apartments is currently under construction and is set to be completed in October 2024. To learn more about Merchants Capital and its services, visit www.merchantscapital.com or find Merchants Capital on Facebook, X, LinkedIn and Instagram.Image Courtesy of Cohen-Esrey Development GroupRead MorePress Release | November 29, 2023Merchants Capital Secures $23MM+ in Total Financing for Colorado Springs-Based Supportive HousingCARMEL, Ind. (Nov. 27, 2023) – Leading financial services provider Merchants Capital today announced it has secured $17.4 million in Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) equity financing for the new construction of Reserve on Park Place, an affordable senior property in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The property will bring 187 age- and income-restricted units to a high-demand area for affordable housing."This project is emblematic of Merchants’ collaborative, full-service approach and commitment to affordable housing,” said Ben Trussell, Vice President of Acquisitions at Merchants Capital. “We are proud to provide a range of financing sources that support affordable housing development, particularly in closing funding gaps. We deeply value our partnership with Brown Capital Group, Leo Brown Group and Rogers Development Group."Developers Brown Capital Group, Leo Brown Group and Rogers Development Group bring significant multifamily and senior housing experience to Reserve on Park Place. Restricted to seniors aged 55 and older, the three-story low-rise property comprises 15 studio units, 136 one-bedroom units and 36 two-bedroom units limited to residents earning 40%, 60% and 80% of the area median income (AMI). The units are designed to support senior and special needs, with amenities that include handrails, grab bars, intercoms, limited access and video surveillance.“Given the numerous challenges amidst development projects, specifically in the affordable housing sector, Merchants Capital was an anchor in an unpredictable financing environment,” said Jarod Brown, CEO of Brown Capital Group. “We are delighted to bring affordable housing to an area which has such a high concentration of jobs for our future residents.”Reserve on Park Place will sit in a neighborhood among single-family and multi-family homes, with easy access to restaurants, hotels, a grocery store, a pharmacy and local businesses along State Route 1.Construction is expected to be completed in April 2025.To learn more about Merchants Capital and its services, visit www.merchantscapital.com or find Merchants Capital on Facebook, X, LinkedIn and Instagram.Reserve on Park Place image courtesy of R3B Architecture.Read MorePress Release, Tax Credit Equity | November 27, 2023Merchants Capital Provides $17.4MM+ in LIHTC Equity Financing for Indiana-Based Affordable Senior Property

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PR Mortgage & Investments (PR): This is a financial company based in Carmel, Indiana, specializing in mortgage originations. PR Mortgage & Investments has achieved record results in 2016, boasting more than $1.17 billion in mortgage originations.
Affordable Housing Financings: In the context of PR Mortgage's record performance, 30% of the total volume consisted of Affordable Housing Financings. These are financial arrangements designed to make housing more affordable for individuals or families with low to moderate incomes.
Loan Volume for 221(d)4 Financings: PR Mortgage reported that loan volume for 221(d)4 financings exceeded $161 million with 1,957 total housing units. Section 221(d)4 of the National Housing Act authorizes loans for multifamily housing projects.
Merchants Bank of Indiana: PR Mortgage utilized Merchants Bank of Indiana for more than $505 million in loans, representing 43% of the total volume. Merchants Bank of Indiana is the parent company of PR Mortgage & Investments, and it played a crucial role in providing competitive financing options.
GNMA (Government National Mortgage Association): PR Mortgage & Investments is identified as a GNMA Issuer of Mortgage Backed Securities (MBS). GNMA is a government agency that guarantees mortgage-backed securities, providing liquidity to the mortgage market.
Tax Credit Equity: The article mentions Merchants Capital's substantial achievements in tax credit equity, raising over $1.4 billion since the platform's launch in 2021. Tax credit equity involves the allocation of tax credits to investors as an incentive for financing affordable housing projects.
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC): Merchants Capital secured significant LIHTC equity financing for various projects, such as Launchpad Apartments and Reserve on Park Place. LIHTC encourages the construction and rehabilitation of affordable rental housing for low-income individuals and families.
Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH): Launchpad Apartments in Colorado Springs is described as a permanent supportive housing development. PSH combines affordable housing with support services to help individuals, especially youth, who are experiencing homelessness.
Section 8 Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) Contract: Launchpad Apartments will operate under a 20-year Section 8 HAP contract, covering 100% of the units. Section 8 is a federal program that assists low-income households in affording decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market.
Senior Housing: Merchants Capital provided financing for Reserve on Park Place, an affordable senior property. This type of housing caters to individuals aged 55 and older, offering amenities tailored to senior and special needs.

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