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The Lending Scene

CMBS’ return brightens the picture in primary markets.
by David F. Webb

Commercial real estate’s slow but steady recovery after the downturn has opened up a variety of “new but old” options for financing commercial properties for the remainder of 2011.

Community Banks Step Into a New Role

by David C. Hannah

Because of the existing credit crunch, community bankers now have the opportunity to look at good loan deals with high-profile companies willing to consider a banking relationship with a small comm

Both Sides Now

Borrowers and lenders must face the music with a plan.
by Steve Huntley and Tom Mullaney

In today’s still-dodgy economic environment, it is more necessary than ever for commercial real estate borrowers and lenders to take some key steps before approaching loan restructuring negot

Drop the Puck!

What’s Holding up Commercial Real Estate Investment?
by Michael Houge, CCIM, SIOR

As a native Minnesotan and a Minnesota Wild fan — with a son who plays hockey — I can’t help but view the current real estate investment market as a financial hockey game.

Bank Shot

Do you have the right moves to score with lenders’ troubled assets?
by Justin Bert

As commercial real estate loan defaults spike to the highest level in 20 years, a seismic shift in control of real estate assets is taking place — from owners and borrowers to lenders and inv

It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Market

Closing deals today requires more equity, less leverage, and a little luck.
by James R. Kirkpatrick, CCIM

A 1963 classic comedy, “It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World” follows the wacky pursuit of $350,000 in stolen cash.

Greater Access

CDOs offer small investors financing options.
by Gary Mozer

After an extended period of worry-free financing thanks to low interest rates, the lending environment finally is beginning to tighten.

The Lending Landscape

Buyers must learn to navigate a changing course to finance deals this year.
by Spencer Garfield

Although too much money chasing too few deals still holds true in today's commercial real estate market, the playing field is changing.

Defeasance Decision Checklist

by John Hosmer

Loan defeasance is an option for many commercial real estate owners. The following checklist can help property owners when making a defeasance decision.

CMBS Ups and Downs

Market Flux May Bring New Discipline to Commercial Mortgage Lending.
by Phoebe Moreo

The commercial mortgage-backed securities market is relatively young, having yet to complete its first decade.