The Bigger Short

The Bigger Short

By Steve Banegas I went to see the movie “The Big Short.” I admit, I felt like the kid in school who finally knew the answer to the teacher’s question. The kid who emphatically raises his hand, not being able to sit still, and wanting to just SHOUT out, “ARE YOU...
Beware

Beware

If you are paying your CMBS loan off at maturity and you previously modified your loan – BEWARE! Most modifications contain conditional waiver of some or all of the default interest and late fees owing at the time of the modification. These amounts were only waived if...
Is there such thing as too soon…?

Is there such thing as too soon…?

(To begin thinking about refinancing my maturing CMBS loan) By: Kevin Duty Everybody has heard of “The Wave” of CMBS loans that will be maturing in 2016 & 2017. But, as a CMBS borrower how soon should I begin to think about seeking out refinancing? In this matter,...
In CMBS, the only constant is change…

In CMBS, the only constant is change…

In CMBS, the only constant is change… By Kevin Duty The CMBS industry is, if nothing else, dynamic by nature. Things are constantly changing, especially post-securitization. The industry is now working under “CMBS 3.0” rules, with each new version introducing...
Forbearance vs. Extension

Forbearance vs. Extension

by: Stephanie Miles With the multitude of CMBS maturities occurring in 2016, 2017, and 2018 many borrowers with debt that may not be so easily repaid will be looking for a way to pay off. When simply refinancing at maturity is not an option creative solutions may be...
Do you have all of the ingredients?

Do you have all of the ingredients?

By: Megan White My father makes the most amazing pumpkin bread. He has made it for years. Every time the fall season rolls around, we always know it’s time for his famous pumpkin bread! He has made it so many times; he has the recipe and ingredients memorized and his...