Michael Berman

Whither Multifamily? Obama Unveils Plans for Future of GSEs

The Obama administration released its long-awaited proposal for the future of our nation's housing finance system last week. But the whitepaper is long on options and short on specifics, leaving many to wonder aloud how the multifamily finance industry will fare in its wake. More

Federal Guarantee a Bone of Contention in Housing Finance Debate

The biggest wedge issue in the debate over what to do with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac is to what degree the federal government should be involved in the next generation of housing finance entities. More

Fate of Fannie, Freddie Hinges on Midterms

A Republican majority in the House of Representatives would have a big impact on not only the content but also the timing of future housing finance legislation. More

Fate of Fannie, Freddie Hinges on Midterms

A Republican majority in the House of Representatives would have a big impact on not only the content but also the timing of future housing finance legislation. More

Covered Bonds: Coming to America?

Momentum is gathering in Congress for the creation of a market for covered bonds, a $3 trillion business in Europe. More

Covered Bonds: Coming to America?

Momentum is gathering in Congress for the creation of a market for covered bonds, a $3 trillion business in Europe. More

How Long Can Cap Rate Compression Last?

Many multifamily buyers and sellers have been surprised at just how quickly, and steeply, cap rates have fallen this year. But is this cap rate compression sustainable? More

How Long Can Cap Rate Compression Last?

Many multifamily buyers and sellers have been surprised at just how quickly, and steeply, cap rates have fallen this year. But is this cap rate compression sustainable? More

Beyond the GSEs: Conduits, Life Companies, Banks Grow More Competitive

While Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac continue to win the lion's share of multifamily business, other capital sources are growing more competitive. Life insurance companies and banks are stepping up to the plate again for certain assets and executions, and even conduit lenders are pricing more competitively now. More

Beyond the GSEs: Conduits, Life Companies, Banks Grow More Competitive

While Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac continue to win the lion's share of multifamily business, other capital sources are growing more competitive. Life insurance companies and banks are stepping up to the plate again for certain assets and executions, and even conduit lenders are pricing more competitively now. More

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