MBA NewsLink interviewed Robert Wright, CMB, CCMS, about SS&C Technologies’ work-from-home experience and his experience with Coronavirus.

The Mortgage Bankers Association’s Commercial Real Estate/Multifamily Finance Board of Governors (COMBOG) nominating committee is soliciting members' recommendations for individuals to serve on the Board beginning October 2020.

Last week, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell appeared before both the Senate Banking and House Financial Services Committees to give his semi-annual monetary report to Congress. Additionally, there were several state victories pertaining to California forbearance and rental legislation.

DBRS Morningstar, Chicago, said the COVID-19 pandemic could spark a “fundamental rethinking” of the open office concept and accelerate the move toward more flexible working arrangements.

Real estate assets under management had a record 2019, according to an industry survey.

Institutional Property Advisors, Ontario, Calif., sold four retail and multifamily properties for a combined $101.6 million.

After suffering the greatest performance declines in U.S. history, the nation’s hotels will likely benefit from a relatively rapid economic turnaround in 2021 and 2022, said CBRE Hotels, Atlanta.

MBA is proud to recognize its Premier and Select Associate Members and to thank them for their continued support of MBA and the real estate finance industry.

Bellwether Enterprise Real Estate Capital LLC, Cleveland, hired Andy Effler as Vice President and Loan Originator based in Columbus, Ohio.

Reonomy, New York, said retail properties are being recycled and repurposed due to COVID-19 as retailers redefine the sales channels they use to reach consumers.

Beginning Thursday, June 25, the Mortgage Bankers Association will begin replacing its Association Management System, which will result in some disruptions for MBA members.

Returning to the office will be voluntary through December 31, 2020 for Avison Young employees who can perform their duties remotely.