You’re aiming for success as a commercial mortgage broker. You want to earn a good living and help your borrowers reach their financial goals. That’s going to depend in large part on the partnerships you develop with commercial mortgage lenders, and that’s especially true if you’re operating in the small-balance niche of the industry. You’ll […]
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For many years, large commercial buildings worth millions of dollars have been bought and sold through investment vehicles known as real estate partnerships. They are normally structured legally as limited partnerships or limited liability companies. Typically there is a sponsor that acts as either the general partner or the managing member. These sponsors often are […]
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In order to be successful, it’s important for mortgage brokers to work with a variety of lenders, including flexible lenders who specialize in small-balance commercial financing. While banks and other traditional funding sources are going to be important to your business, a small-balance commercial lender that offers flexibility will allow you to fund tougher deals […]
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Residential mortgage applications decreased by 7.1% from the previous week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending October 12, 2018. The Market Composite Index, which measures mortgage loan application volume, decreased 7.1% on a seasonally adjusted basis from one week prior. On an unadjusted basis, the Index […]
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Being turned down for a commercial bank loan can feel like the end of the road for a borrower. As a broker, it’s your job to let them know that they have other options and to find a lender and a commercial mortgage that best fits their needs. So, here’s how you should proceed when […]
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As a commercial mortgage broker, you’ve got one goal: Close deals. In order to do that, you need to take the time to prepare each deal as well as you can before submitting it to a lender. Having the right information, the necessary documents and a thorough knowledge of your borrower’s commercial mortgage request will […]
There are plenty of small business owners out there looking for commercial mortgages for their auto repair properties, but it can be difficult for them to secure financing from a traditional lender. These are often small businesses, so it’s important for brokers working with these borrowers to choose a lender specializing in helping small business […]
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For residential mortgage brokers, the small-balance commercial mortgage industry can seem intimidating at first glance. However, closing these deals is a simple way to strengthen your pipeline, close more deals, and increase your income. So, how do small-balance commercial mortgage differ from the residential deals you already close? The application If you’re a broker who […]
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For brokers, one of the most important factors to consider when choosing a commercial mortgage lender is their flexibility when it comes to getting deals done. And while small-balance commercial lenders are generally much more flexible than banks and other traditional lenders, many cannot provide borrowers with a particular type of financing solution – the […]
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If you’re a residential or commercial mortgage broker looking to increase your business and your income, working with non-bankable borrowers is a great place to start. For these borrowers, non-bank commercial mortgage lenders will obviously be your best bet. These lenders are a great resource and can help you close deals for borrowers who have […]
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