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The emerging co-living sector taps into demand for affordable housing solutions in gateway cities and from young professionals who value experience more than assets.
A nine-month ‘national timeout’ for the hospitality sector will bolster liquidity, according to the private wealth law firm.
Market observers expect deals like ICG-Longbow’s recent data centre loan to become more frequent as new working patterns drive internet usage.
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Stories about non-bank lenders and non-traditional asset classes were among the most popular of the year.
According to the co-working company’s EMEA real estate head, its rescue by SoftBank allows for “very sustainable growth”. But property debt providers will need to decide if they still have faith in the business model.
At the recent CREFC conference, Patrick Nelson discussed the office space company's business model following its refinancing, its use of SPVs in leasing deals, and its relationships with landlords and lenders.
The vehicle will primarily lend against PRS and student accommodation assets in Spain and the UK.
As operational real estate becomes the norm across the property industry, so-called ‘alternative’ assets are no longer on the periphery for investors or lenders.
Investment in Europe’s non-mainstream property sectors leapt last year, and debt providers are increasingly willing to provide finance.