August 3, 2020

JV and pref equity investors are starting to tip-toe back into the market after putting things on pause the for last few months.  Equity providers have capital they need to deploy but they do not want to be the first to close a deal.  Expect more investors to re-enter the game once a few transactions More

Look for a surge in multifamily construction lending throughout the third and fourth quarter.  Multifamily projects in the best locations with strong sponsors will see available capital, although with more conservative occupancy and rent growth underwriting.  Projects are taking longer to get through the entitlement and planning process and there are concerns about the availability More

Even with coronavirus prompting more online sales, jewelry retailers, especially those selling engagement rings and ear-piercing services, will still attract a lot of traffic. Customers need in-person ring sizing measurements, and also want to see how a jewel’s color and cut will look against their own skin tone. Though the pandemic had been prioritizing essential More