CMBS Loans

When it comes to loans which do not fit inside the “agency box,” or which necessitate a speedier closing process with less red tape and additional emphasis on property revenue than the borrower or even the curb-appeal of the multifamily venture, CMBS financing is the ideal match. Rates are aggressive, leverage is sensible, and the procedure is significantly more earnings focused. CMBS loans are readily available for many commercial properties including office buildings, retail centers, apartment buildings, industrial properties, and so much more.

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Sample CMBS Terms For Apartment and Commercial Property Loans

Size:                           $3 million and up

Term:                          5, 7, and 10 year fixed

Interest Rates:            4.90% (on the 10 year)
Starting at 200bps over relative treasury

Amortization:              30 years

Maximum LTV:            75%

Minimum DSCR:          1.25

Minimum Debt Yield:  8.7%

Recourse:                    Non-recourse with standard “bad boy” carve-outs

Reserves:                    Taxes, insurance, replacement reserve and leasing costs

Prepayment:                Defeasance or yield maintenance

Property Types:

• Multifamily
• Office
• Retail
• Industrial
• Self Storage
• Manufactured Housing
• Hotels
• Student Housing

Advantages:

• Non-recourse.
• Attractive fixed rates for long term loans.
• Can go up to 75% LTV.
• Wide range of loan size.
• Will consider non-Class “A” assets.
• Provides cash out refinancing.

Disadvantages:

• Less autonomy in the operation of the property and limited flexibility to deviate from the terms of the loan documents.
• Difficulty in releasing collateral.
• Expensive to exit.
• Reserves required.