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Expect the mixed-use segment to experience strong performance throughout the rest of 2021, as fallout from pandemic isolation has led to increased demand for the convenience of commercial properties combined with residential spaces. This can also primarily be attributed to an existing trend of growing millennial tenancy; a demographic that, pre-pandemic, had already shown a More

Bridge lending is going to be an incredibly active space this year with the large influx of available capital and the majority of distressed assets yet to hit the market.  Count on strong demand for bridge lending throughout the year and going into 2022 as a result of the recent uncertainty and instability caused by More

Expect ample available financing for multifamily construction this year, with most lenders expected to return to the space by the second half.  Construction lenders who remained active during the pandemic will likely become more aggressive with their underwriting as the economy continues to improve.  Other lenders who paused have already re-entered and are eager to More

While the multifamily segment continues its strong push in the suburban southeastern markets, watch for companies aiming for long-term gains to keep a close eye on the urban core, with speculation that cities currently undergoing economic strain as a result of COVID-19 and migration patterns will bounce back. Acquisitions and development within cities such as More

Both student housing new development projects and acquisitions will maintain a position of strength despite the uncertainty of the pandemic as 2021 roars on. Strength in the sector is due to the increased vaccine rollout, coupled with the continued easing of social distancing restrictions for students. The Southeast will continue to be a powerhouse market More

Joe Lubeck, CEO – American Landmark Because many of the metros where we operate have maintained fairly strong employment throughout COVID-19, our collections, leasing volume and retention numbers have remained high. We expect the demand for well-priced rental apartment homes to only go up – so properties, especially the Class B/B+ properties, won’t need to More

Industrial borrowers will see more favorable financing terms this year due to economic fundamentals and relatively low capital expenditure needs.  More lenders will be entering the industrial space and will compete for loans this year.  The onset of COVID-19 increased the need for online shopping and the trend for online retailers to offer next-day delivery. More

Lenders will target self-storage deals since occupancies and lease-ups have remained strong throughout the pandemic.  With no current headwinds, the industry is poised for continued growth and a solid performance over the next few years.  Most of the REITs are reporting higher same store occupancy year-over-year, as well as strong revenue.  As lenders re-allocate capital More

Brands that cater to the outdoor-themed lifestyle, whether providing the appropriate footwear or gear for outside activities, have seen a proliferation of expansion. With the national work-from-home trend prodding much of the populace to reside away from urban locales toward more outlying high-end outdoor resort locales, expect more of these outdoor-themed lifestyle brands to also More

Seemingly overnight, cannabidiol (CBD) products have exploded onto the retail scene. This may be as a result of the Hemp Farming Act that was passed in December of 2018, making it legal to sell CBD in all 50 states. With CBD extracted from the hemp plant, it does not have the tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) compounds that More

There will be plenty of available debt and equity for multifamily this year with all capital providers striving to compete. Lenders consider multifamily a safe asset class and see increased demand because of the predicted housing shortage. Banks will be a great source of capital, but for long-term money, life companies and agencies will win More

Joe Lubeck, CEO — American Landmark In today’s multifamily market, a team with deep knowledge and experience is going to be necessary to be successful in the value-add space. There’s a great amount of capital chasing deals that’s compressing yields, and the cost of supplies is another factor that’s affecting the typical value-add growth thesis. More