Despite economic uncertainty and higher interest rates, lenders like Lument are actively finding solutions for their multifamily borrowers and remain cautiously optimistic about the second half of the year. That is the prevailing theme from Multifamily Executive’s midyear multifamily outlook, which cites Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) data to support the notion, noting that commercial and multifamily mortgage loan originations increased 42% year-over-year in the first quarter of 2025.
Although there is ample capital available for borrowers in today’s market, finding the most appropriate capital to maximize a given strategy is imperative, suggested Lument CEO James Flynn.
“Borrowers are increasingly looking to work with lenders who can clear the full market in terms of traditional and nontraditional lending sources,” said Flynn. “That’s why Lument has expanded its debt capital markets group, giving borrowers options for deals that might not check the boxes for agency financing. And since uncertainty about rates is higher than usual, many borrowers are also asking for flexibility on the back end of their loans.”
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