According to the Mortgage Bankers Association, agencies Freddie Mac (Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation or FHLMC) and Fannie Mae (Federal National Mortgage Association or FNMA) held a combined 38% share of the multifamily lending market in 2019. These multifamily lenders…
Many real estate borrowers traditionally rely on a commercial bank to source funds for the purchase or refinancing of commercial properties. The commercial banking loan officer is tasked with developing a relationship with these borrowers to pitch the bank’s loan…
Insurance companies are asset allocation lenders, and they make commercial and multi-family real estate loans that they hold on their books as long-term investments. They play a significant role in the lending market, as they manage the amount of money…
In an effort to keep our customers up to date with current market trends, the following is an update for each sector of the lending market. Insurance Companies As we move deep into the 3rd quarter of the year, most…
When shopping for a commercial mortgage, borrowers often focus on interest rates and fees. Though interest rate and loan fees should never be overlooked, borrowers can lose sight of their business plan for the property and how a prepayment penalty…
While the capital markets have been disjointed since the outbreak of COVID-19, the Federal Reserve has done an excellent job stabilizing the markets and has continued to keep the market liquid throughout this disrupted period. In early April, the Federal…
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