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The arrival of 5G, demand from ‘hyper-scalers’ and the need for facilities close to cities are among the factors supporting long-term growth.
The decision by Lloyds to share its top real estate job between two people highlights the importance of keeping up with social change.
Cain International’s Graham Keable explains why the firm recently wrote a £56m loan against a London retirement home.
LIBOR has underpinned financial markets for decades. But the benchmark could be phased out in less than three years, with huge implications for real estate lenders.
Iain Balkwill, partner at law firm Reed Smith, argues that the legislative treatment of commercial mortgage-backed securities will harm the long-term growth of the product.
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Demand outstripping supply, increased investment activity and higher returns are making this space more appealing to lenders.
There is growing demand for construction finance. In the right circumstances, it makes sense for those lenders that understand the risks.
The lure of debt to investors, the evolution of lending products and the need for greater emphasis on ESG were among the topics discussed at our sister title’s conference.
We’re already considering which firms should make this year’s list. There’s just over a week to argue why yours should be included.
Demographics and a demand-supply imbalance are compelling reasons for debt providers to back senior living, although partnering with experienced operators is crucial.
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