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Compared to what’s being offered in the private sector, the rates and terms of the Federal Housing Administration’s (FHA) Sec. 221(d)(4) program for new construction loans are more than attractive.
FULL ARTICLE Credit parameters are loosening at the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) after two years of continual tightening.
The loosening seems to indicate a growing confidence on the part of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in the economy.
FULL ARTICLE A quirky dynamic is at play these days at the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs)—borrower scrutiny is at an all-time high, even as credit conditions begin to loosen.
In the past few months, interest-only loans re-emerged at the GSEs and are now being routinely offered.
FULL ARTICLE NEW! MFE Virtual Conference. Register Today! The industry is full of ideas and innovators. Hear from leading tech experts, executives, and consultants about how emerging technology trends will shape the future of multifamily—all from the comfort of your home or office. The event kicks off in June with a live keynote Webinar, plus access to half a dozen on-demand seminars. Register today!Wells Fargo, the multifamily industry’s largest lender, has rejuvenated its floating-rate bridge loan program for multifamily properties.
The news comes fresh on the heels of a similar move from Prudential Mortgage Capital Co., as more institutional lenders see greater demand for, and grow more comfortable with, debt for transitional assets.
FULL ARTICLE In late 2008, as the economy was quickly turning sour, the battle cry throughout the apartment business was to “keep heads in beds” at all costs. Now, a year-and-a-half later, it looks as though the industry was successful in doing just that.
FULL ARTICLE Though many owners around the country have seen resident retention rates increase sharply over the past year, there isn’t a single reason as to why. Instead, there are a number of contributing factors, according to property managers and industry observers. Here’s a look at three key drivers of retention in the current market.
FULL ARTICLE In 2005, Culver City, Calif.-based E&S Ring Management was like a lot of regional apartment operators and fee managers: still struggling with rent collections and payment management using the tried-and-true method of paper check collection and manual deposits.
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