A combination of factors has led to high inventory levels in this consequential market, but could market demand be rebounding? As we always reference, the adage “location, location, location” invokes three important realms of evaluating potential real estate deals: local, hyperlocal, and unique diligence factors. The third installment in this series focuses on the New [...]
Series Note This series examines due diligence factors in markets representative of their region: Local factors are broad and evaluate the market's type and size (I.e., primary, secondary, tertiary, rural, remote), economic drivers, size of the buyer pool, and typical buyer profiles. Hyperlocal refers to a specific neighborhood, its submarket, investment dynamics, and other neighborhood-level [...]
Strong economic drivers have helped the Atlanta metro maintain "hot spot" status; nevertheless, lenders should be aware of several critical due diligence developments. This series of articles will examine due diligence in various hyperlocal markets that tend to be representative of their region. We’ll look at some primary markets, secondary markets, recreational markets, rural/agricultural markets, [...]
If you’re using a traditional valuation product that relies on a subjective selection of three comparables, developing a quality control process that can help you better navigate the risk is worth the investment. Managing risk is a critical part of private lending. In this vein, it’s important to remember that compliant does not mean good. [...]
Don’t overlook these five common examples of budget omissions. As the saying goes, a picture speaks a thousand words. The problem in real estate? There aren’t enough photos! Let’s be honest. How do often do you receive more than just a few basic photos of a subject property when ordering an appraisal or BPO? It’s [...]
Does your budget add up to your ARV? In residential private lending, we often say the asset is everything. When it comes to renovation loans, however, the truth is more complicated and includes the asset, the budget, the market/neighborhood, and the vision. At its core, renovating real estate has been proven to create value throughout [...]
The rising cost of materials and labor combined with a pinch in the skilled trades and supply chain have made it increasingly important for lenders to determine whether a borrower’s plan for a property is reasonable. Those who are truly great and those who are truly humble share at least one important thing: They are [...]
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