The Hidden Gem of CRE Finance: Why More Developers Are Turning to C-PACE

In this episode, Ina Montejo, Assistant Vice President of Originations at PACE Loan Group, breaks down C-PACE (Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy) financing—a flexible, non-recourse, and fixed-rate funding option that is transforming the way real estate projects secure capital.

Ina shares how developers and investors are leveraging C-PACE financing to fill gaps in their capital stacks, reduce borrowing costs, and even unlock retroactive funding for projects completed within the last few years. She also discusses the impact of ESG and energy-efficiency mandates, how counties are adopting C-PACE programs, and real-world examples—including the $35M financing of Gateway Studios in St. Louis, a world-class music rehearsal venue.

If you're struggling to make a deal pencil or looking for a creative way to structure your financing, this episode is for you.