CREF Highlights

Commercial and multifamily developments and activities from MBA relevant to your business and our industry.

As CMBS Relief Inquiries Jump, How Much Forbearance Is Enough?

Commercial Property Executive, April 21, 2020–Scott Baltic, Paul Fiorilla Inquiries from CMBS borrowers about coronavirus-related relief have topped $100 billion, raising doubts about the current 90-day forbearance period. https://www.cpexecutive.com/post/as-cmbs-relief-inquiries-jump-how-much-forbearance-is-enough/

MBA Opens Doors Foundation Sees Increase in Grant Applications

The MBA Opens Doors Foundation, which helps families around the country stay in their homes while a child is being treated for a critical illness or injury, is seeing an increase in grant applications from families in need. Here’s how you can help.

Single-Family Rental Sector Poised for Strong Rebound

National Real Estate Investor, April 20, 2020–Sebastian Obando Some investors raise concerns on rental revenue and occupancy rates, but the single-family rental sector should be well-positioned over the long term. …

Fight Over Commercial Rent Gets Ugly as Default Wave Looms

Bloomberg, April 17, 2020–Natalie Wong With stores shuttered, struggling retailers are skipping rent and asking for concessions, while landlords are demanding payment and having their own tricky conversations with lenders.https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/realestate/fight-over-commercial-rent-gets-ugly-as-default-wave-looms/ar-BB12MCfQ?ocid=spartandhp