Commercial real estate lending

The move allows the New York multifamily lender to make more loans without having to raise capital.

Tepid loan and deposit growth has been a persistent theme in 2018, but that could soon change for community and regional banks in the New York and Washington markets.

Federal "Opportunity Zones" that reduce exposure on capital gains could draw rich investors — and commercial lenders along with them — into economic development projects in thousands of troubled communities around the country.

On Jun. 30, 2018. Dollars in thousands.

The Columbus, Ga., company ramped up its business and consumer lending even as it scaled back lending on construction and commercial real estate projects.

Brian Johnson, the agency’s second-in-command, wields much power; Fair Isaac is planning changes to credit scoring to boost approvals.

The Arkansas company, which has faced criticism over its concentration in commercial real estate, charged off nearly $46 million tied to a pair of properties in the Carolinas.

Bank of America is showing more interest in commercial real estate lending while other lenders are pulling back, executives said. But they also said that they learned their lesson from the financial crisis and will proceed cautiously.

The third interest rate increase of the year could have a significant impact on banks' lending, deposit gathering and even M&A decisions. Here's what to expect.

Proposition 10 would give local jurisdictions a freer hand to restrict rents, but critics say that would lead to property devaluations. Some see an effect regardless of whether the measure passes.

Following an increase in the CRE appraisal threshold for community bankers earlier this year, the National Credit Union Administration has proposed an even bigger shift for CUs.

The changes mandated by the recent regulatory relief law would narrow the definition of "high-volatility commercial real estate" exposures that get a higher risk weight.

A number of banks have stepped up efforts to lend to residential developers, though they are mindful of missteps made before the financial crisis.

On Mar. 31, 2018. Dollars in thousands.

Wells Fargo is considering a sale of commercial real estate broker Eastdil Secured, according to a person briefed on the matter.

The company is once again positioning itself for growth now that it is no longer considered a systemically important financial institution.

The combination of rising interest rates and increased competition from nonbank lenders is prompting many commercial real estate investors to seek better deals elsewhere.

Commercial real estate is their bread and butter, but many banks are scaling back in this vital loan category. Here’s why.

The explosion in construction of self-storage facilities is being backed by banks hungry for commercial loans. Some market participants fear a glut is in the making and the credits could sour.

A major study recently named the $2.5 billion-asset CU the No. 1 performing credit union in California.