Overview

Etic is a social-impact real estate firm that buys, renovates, and runs buildings as affordable shared work hubs for nonprofits, associations, and social enterprises. It operates as a foncière solidaire, owning properties through project-specific entities (SCIs) and financing acquisitions with solidarity investments from citizens and institutions like Caisse des Dépôts. Revenue comes from renting offices, coworking, and storefronts, plus project development, property management, and community programming to foster collaboration. Its goal is to reduce real estate speculation and create long-term value for tenants and the community by balancing financial returns with social and environmental impact.