Market Update Blog

March 30, 2016
There have been a lot of developments recently in the commercial landscape that could impact borrowers and lenders alike. A big shake-up in the CMBS space and the Fed’s ever-evolving…
March 23, 2016
In the sector’s first good news in months, CMBS spreads tightened dramatically this week amid a big rally in the broader bond market. The benchmark bonds of the latest conduit…
March 16, 2016
With so much focus on interest rates, it’s easy to overlook a less-discussed yet essential part of the loan process. Servicing may not generate as many headlines or give talking…
March 2, 2016
The commercial real estate lending landscape is a moving target, effected by market developments, current events, and boardroom decisions. Different lenders have different goals, as well as disparate reactions to…
2015 was a record breaking year for agency lenders Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac multifamily loan programs. Combined, the two institutions purchased an astonishing $89.6 billion of apartment loans. The…