August 2, 2021

Multifamily borrowers will continue to gain the most favorable terms as all lenders strive to compete in the space.  Equity requirements have increased and leverage has not been pushing quite as high since cap rates remain low.  But pricing is still at all-time lows and underwriting will continue to loosen.  Leverage for most deals will More

Lenders are coming back into the land space, especially for single-family and multifamily development entitled sites.  Watch for additional capital providers to re-enter the market during the rest of the year, as lenders strive to meet origination goals.  The majority of lenders that were in the space pre-pandemic should be back in the game.  Lenders More

There is a growing restaurant fad in which side dishes are featured as the main course. This appears to be the next wave of the “snack” trend, following in the footsteps of the upscale coffee/tea/dessert/boba craze. As customers seek quick and convenient bites to eat at cheaper price points, they are consequently gravitating to “side More

Now that the majority of the country’s COVID-19 restrictions have eased up, the populace is once again looking for social activities outside of the home. Going to the movies is still a relatively affordable thrill, in comparison to seeing a live concert, a theatrical show, a professional sports game, or even an escape room experience More