We understand
Do any of these questions keep you up at night?
You are in the right place. GDG has helped nonprofit housing owners work through every one of them.
Are your Section 8 and PRAC rents as high as they can be?
Do you have the funding you need for large capital improvements?
Are you wondering about RAD for PRAC?
Are you concerned about your affordable housing portfolio?
Do you need an Asset Manager but can’t afford new Staff?
Do you need training for your Board and Staff?
With decades of affordable housing experience, GDG guides owners with clarity and confidence to protect and preserve their properties.
Gates Kellett
Founder & Managing Principal
HUD Approved Subject Matter Expert
Georgia Tech - Civil Engineering & City Planning
I believe that every person deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. That belief has guided my career for more than three decades.
As an experienced preservationist and HUD-approved Subject Matter Expert, I work with nonprofit housing owners across the country - helping them maximize their subsidy, navigate the preservation process, and secure the long-term future of their properties for their residents.
How GDG can help
Three service areas. One clear goal - preserving affordable housing and protecting the residents who depend on it.
Getting started is easy
Three steps to a clear path forward
1
Schedule and call
Discuss your current needs. No obligation - just a clear conversation.
2
Assess your options
Receive a clear, honest assessment of your preservation options.
3
Continue your mission
Preserve and transform your property and portfolio, with GDG by your side.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
“Gates' impressive level of knowledge and expertise, coupled with her calm approach to maintain the focus and momentum of all parties involved in the complex process of refinancing a Section 8 property, proved invaluable. She is a brilliant consultant and a true advocate for the owner.”
Dana Chandler
Former Executive Administrator, Gwinnett Christian Terrace — Lilburn, GA
"Gates has an in-depth knowledge of the issues surrounding HUD and how it relates to us as affordable housing providers. Most of all, she had an ability to navigate relationships with all of the stakeholders, including our board, in a really positive way."
Claire Guerette
Executive Director, St. Margaret's House — New York City
“From the very first day, she engaged the training participants and quickly demonstrated not only her expertise on the subject at hand but a natural ability to convey complex information using real-life examples. Gates also possesses an excellent ability to adapt the materials or her presentation style to fit the needs of training participants.”
Margie Maisonet
Managing Partner, FPG — Washington, DC
"What sets GDG apart is their ability to translate complex development and preservation challenges into practical, actionable strategies. I would highly recommend them to any housing provider seeking a knowledgeable, trustworthy partner who understands the unique challenges of affordable housing and is committed to creating long-term solutions."
Karon Nixon
Executive Director - Lutheran Towers
“GDG assisted The Lewinsville in increasing our rents, educating our Board of Directors, helped us refinance our property and complete a major renovation to our 50-year-old building. The Re Finance, the contractors, all of the journey was so easy with an experienced connected organization like GDG helping the staff, board, and residents. She touched and changed so many lives with her knowledge, compassion, and experience. I recommend Gates every opportunity I have because she believes in preserving affordable housing and knows how to do it!”
Courtney Nuzzo
Executive Director
track record
Miami, FL
Archbishop Carroll Manor
Navigated the steps to release the client from a residual receipts requirement, mark the rents up significantly, and refinance with a HUD 223(f) loan for significant upgrades and $20MM of cash-out for mission expansion
Atlanta, GA
Jewish Tower & Zaban Tower
A combination of HUD 202 PRAC with a HUD 202/8 to accomplish a significant rehabilitation, improve accessibility, and convert the PRAC contract.
Norfolk, VA
Tucker House
After a significant rent increase, we combined two HUD 202/Section 8 properties with new FHA financing and substantial rehabilitation, and over $1MM in cash-out to the owner to address their portfolio.
Martha’s Vineyard, MA
Martha’s Vineyard Elder Housing
A combination of 10 small PRAC properties into one FHA 221(d)(4) transaction through the RAD for PRAC program, resulting in significant operational savings and substantial rehabilitation throughout.