I’m not a fan of predictions, forecasts, outlooks, and other “expert” opinions. No offense to the experts, who are often very well credentialed, experienced, educated and respected. That’s not to say that these types of articles do not offer any insights or value, they often certainly do. It has been my general observation that they often are good at referencing known history and developing a … Read More
So You Want to Invest in Multifamily in 2020?
Gold and stocks were long considered to be the most solid and lasting investments. Today more Americans lean towards real estate, and with the 34 and under age group choosing to rent instead of buy, apartment buildings, condominiums and student housing can be lucrative investments.
The Search
As with any real estate transaction due diligence is important, but more money is at stake when Read More
The Top 20 Multifamily Property Management Companies of 2020
Standing out in the crowd is not that easy when you are in the large apartment management sector. However, it helps to offer some of the best units in your marketable area. Whether you are focused on sustainability or student housing, you want to give your residents the best customer service experience. Here to help you find out what that is, check out the top … Read More
Commercial Real Estate During and Beyond “The Great Pause”
Historic episodes are titled in order to attach some brief description and meaning to the event. Some examples are the Roaring 20’s, World War (I & II), the Great Depression, the Industrial Revolution, the Internet Boom, the Great Recession, and of course, the American Revolution. We do so because the event or chain of events changes our viewpoint and perspectives on humanity and how we … Read More
CommLoan Hires New Vice President of Business Development Sarah Stasney For Austin, Texas
CommLoan, a CRE lending tech company recently announced Sarah Stasney as Vice President of Business Development. Sarah will focus her efforts in expanding the Austin, Texas market.
Sarah comes to CommLoan fresh from her former role as a wealth advisor at Wells Fargo: Private Bank. In … Read More
CommLoan, CRE Lending Marketplace Expands its Footprint into Texas, Welcomes Paul Mogote as Vice President of Business Development
CommLoan recently hired Paul Mogote as Vice President of Business Development. He will help the company expand its Commercial lending platform in northern Texas and surrounding markets.
As CommLoan’s Vice President of … Read More
How to Create Leverage Through Refinancing Commercial Property Loans
Ultra-high net worth investors understand the fundamental value of cash flowing commercial real estate. They know that real estate is finite and there’s only so much to go around. They also know that streams of passive income will build empowerment over their time, and ultimately makes them financially free. Everyone starts somewhere and no one starts out as a millionaire. Wealth is built over time. … Read More
CommLoan Successfully Transitions Agency to Bank Loan
Multifamily in Tucson, AZ
Opportunity
The sponsors found CommLoan after seeing a loan quote for another property. They were looking to obtain agency debt for their multifamily acquisition in Tucson. During the loan process, it was discovered that the financing needed to be shifted over to a bank option.
Solution
Using the technology, CommLoan was able to identify another loan option for the … Read More
How to Price a Deal in Today’s Market
Original Article: April 06, 2020 GlobeSt.com
Some investors have halted all acquisitions, but for those still trying to transact in this market, it can be challenging. Everything from underwriting in this uncertain market to completing due diligence with social distancing restrictions has made simply doing a deal difficult.
“This is not going to go on forever, … Read More
CommLoan Secures a 5-Year Fixed Rate Loan at 3.08% for Canadian Borrower
Multi-tenant Office in Phoenix, AZ
Opportunity
CommLoan was approached by a Canadian sponsor looking to obtain financing for a multi-tenant office building in Phoenix. The office building was recently stabilized, but the sponsors were looking to obtain the highest possible leverage and the most competitive rate.
Solution
Using the CUPID™ platform, CommLoan was able to secure a 5-year fixed rate loan with a … Read More