CBRE notes that capitalization rates (cap rates) were little changed in the second half of 2018 in its recently published survey for income producing commercial real estate (retail, office, industrial, multifamily and hotel) as of December 31, 2018.The industrial sector registered small declines in … [Read more...] about 2.26.19: CBRE Reports on Cap Rates at Yearend 2018
2.20.19: Texas Man Retires at a Holiday Inn Express – It’s Cheaper Than the Alternative!
ValueXpress has a keen interest in hotel loans and we have provided a lot of hotel loans, over 400 -- since inception. This new hotel trend? It’s a beauty! A Texas man on the brink of retirement wants to spend his golden years relaxing at a Holiday Inn instead of in a retirement home. … [Read more...] about 2.20.19: Texas Man Retires at a Holiday Inn Express – It’s Cheaper Than the Alternative!
2.15.19: Lenders Roll Out “CMBS-Like” Loan Programs
ValueXpress has been originating CMBS conduit loans for over 25 years. In that time, we have been a leader in originating loans for newly launched CMBS programs that offer a better value proposition for our clients than existing options. Whenever new programs are developed, we are typically the … [Read more...] about 2.15.19: Lenders Roll Out “CMBS-Like” Loan Programs
2.12.19: More Takeaways from the MBA/CREF Conference
Capital for investment in real estate debt and equity is anticipated to be plentiful in 2019, according to panelists at the MBA CREF/Multifamily Housing Convention & Expo held in San Diego this week. But the abundance of capital is creating intense competition. CMBS lenders will likely continue … [Read more...] about 2.12.19: More Takeaways from the MBA/CREF Conference
2.6.19: Amazon Changes Course – So What About One Court Square?
Citing opposition from some political leaders, Amazon has withdrawn its plans to bring its second headquarters to Long Island City, Queens. Investors who made real estate commitments based on the anticipation of Amazon’s investment in Queens are in for a big disappointment. One disappointed … [Read more...] about 2.6.19: Amazon Changes Course – So What About One Court Square?
2.1.19: First CMBS Issues for 2019 See Strong Demand
ValueXpress tracks the pricing of CMBS securities because it directly correlates to the interest rate borrowers receive for a CMBS conduit loan. Our insight into the CMBS market ensures that our borrowers receive the lowest possible interest rate on their loan. ValueXpress has been tracking CMBS … [Read more...] about 2.1.19: First CMBS Issues for 2019 See Strong Demand
1.29.19: New ValueXpress Website to Launch Soon
ValueXpress is making final changes to its new website, which it expects to launch in February. The current website has won awards for its graphics, and we have updated it piecemeal over time, but it was time for a complete overhaul. The new website provides a “learning center” where clients can … [Read more...] about 1.29.19: New ValueXpress Website to Launch Soon
1.20.19: Kimco Realty Reinvents Itself with Signature Series Developments
Kimco Realty Corporation (NYSE: KIM), a real estate investment trust (REIT) founded in 1966, is one of North America’s largest publicly traded owners and operators of open-air shopping centers. As of December 31, 2018, the company owned interests in 437 U.S. shopping centers, comprising 76 million … [Read more...] about 1.20.19: Kimco Realty Reinvents Itself with Signature Series Developments
1.18.19: How Does ValueXpress Keep Deals Flowing Smoothly?
ValueXpress closes loans for a lot of first-time borrowers. A good experience results in a long-time repeat borrower. ValueXpress provides a great borrower experience based on our organizational abilities, knowledge sharing and clear direction. Our rock-solid organizational abilities means we send … [Read more...] about 1.18.19: How Does ValueXpress Keep Deals Flowing Smoothly?
1.14.19: Report from CREFC
Sentiment was a mix of guarded optimism with a small dose of caution at the January Commercial Real Estate Finance Conference (CREFC) held in Miami, Florida this year. At this 20th annual conference, just under 1,900 registered attendees examined real estate values. The consensus seems to be that … [Read more...] about 1.14.19: Report from CREFC
