Refinancing of the Dichterskwartier portfolio of Anders Invest’s Rental Housing Fund by Rabobank

Anders Invest has refinanced one of its residential portfolios with Rabobank. The recently completed 'Dichterskwartier' portfolio consists of 196 rental and 24 owner-occupied apartments, located in the Stadsdennen district near the center of Harderwijk. Anders Invest has seen strong demand for its residential units, which have been quickly let and the residential complex is now fully occupied. The 'Dichterskwartier' housing portfolio is part of Anders Invest 's Rental Housing Fund . This fund focuses on small households in economically robust regions of the Netherlands, targeting both the young and the elderly. The fund now consists of 1,300 apartments and continues to grow. Anders Invest operates under its own rental label 'Wij Wonen', which focuses on promoting social cohesion amongst tenants. 

Johan van Renselaar at Anders Invest ; “Despite all recent measures that negatively affect investments in rental apartments, we continue to believe that investing in residential real estate remains a good investment with excellent long-term prospects. This project was an excellent opportunity for us to increase our market share in the residential sector, especially in Harderwijk with its regional appeal and growth ambitions. The Rabobank team has been able to provide us with the right combination of financial security and structural flexibility that we need to manage our investment effectively.” 

Yüksel Yildirim, director at CBRE Debt & Structured Finance; “It has been a great pleasure to work on this transaction. Working closely with Anders Invest, we went out into the market to find the best financial solution available. After a thorough analysis, we advised Anders Invest on the best possible financing solution to meet their needs. Working closely with Anders and Rabobank, we managed the closing process in a tight and efficient manner.” 

Kees Goemans , Large Business Account Manager at Rabobank: “We are proud and grateful to have been able to contribute to the financing of this future-proof housing project “Dichterskwartier”. In close collaboration with the Anders Invest Rental Housing Fund and CBRE Debt & Structured Finance, we have found the right financial solution to realize this project. 
This project is not only about real estate, but also about sustainability and promoting flow in the housing market. In addition, this project allows people to live in reasonable proximity to essential facilities. As a cooperative bank, we want to make an active contribution to a sustainable housing market. These homes are designed with energy efficiency, comfort and quality of life in mind. They feature modern technologies and materials that minimize the impact on the environment while maximizing living comfort. Think of solar panels, thermal energy storage systems and smart energy management systems. This makes it not just a financial transaction, but also a contribution to a better world.” 

CBRE acted as exclusive debt advisor for Anders Invest.