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Though there is not an “official” definition for the structures sometimes referred to as “hard” or “soft” preferred equity, there are characteristics that agencies tend

Sponsors are familiar with using preferred equity alongside a long-term mortgage loan, typically with a term of 5-12 years. What they may not have considered,

Sometimes, the closing timeline for a transaction dictates that the senior loan must close prior to the preferred equity close. There can be several reasons

The process for closing a stabilized deal with preferred equity typically runs around 4-6 weeks once a term sheet is signed. However, sponsors may find

One way to reduce upfront costs during diligence is to determine whether a preferred equity provider can re-use existing third-party reports. Every provider will have

Preferred equity is not just for stabilized assets; it can fill a gap in the capital stack behind a construction loan as well. Many characteristics

Often, the common equity in a multifamily deal consists of multiple partners. These equity partners may desire to exit a deal while the remaining partners

There are many reasons a sponsor might decide to recapitalize an existing investment rather than refinance it, such as buying out a partner, reducing overall

A preferred equity transaction, just like a mortgage loan transaction, has typical costs associated with it. Many of these costs mirror those found in a

Choosing an organization structure within a preferred equity or mezzanine deal is an important step along the way to a smooth closing. Though there are