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Meet the BMAR Member - Swerdlin

Scott Swerdlin has been a part of the New York City apartment building business for over 25 years. Since 1999 he has been at Capital One Bank (formally North Fork Bank) and currently serves as the senior vice president - market manager for multifamily lending where he manages the bank's $6 billion multifamily loan portfolio. Prior to that, he spent eight years as the production manager for Freddie Mac's Northeast Region. He also worked for Coronet Properties handling acquisitions, co-op conversions and loan originations. He is a past-president of the Real Estate Lenders Association, and currently serves on the board of Let All the Children Play, a not-for-profit which develops accessible playgrounds for children with disabilities and inclusive recreational programs.
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The death of the generic offering memorandum: What buyers expect in 2025 - by Kimberly Zar Bloorian

The death of the generic offering memorandum: What buyers expect in 2025 - by Kimberly Zar Bloorian

There was a time when an offering memorandum (OM) was pretty bare bones, some photos, a few bullet points on income, and a rent roll thrown in at the back. That used to get the job done. Not anymore. In 2025, buyers are sharper, faster, and more selective. They’re looking
Artificial intelligence in lending - by Lindsay Mesh Lotito

Artificial intelligence in lending - by Lindsay Mesh Lotito

Artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to help transform lending by enhancing decision-making, improving risk management and streamlining operations. With AI-powered tools that analyze vast amounts of data, lenders are able to assess borrower creditworthiness more accurately and efficiently. AI can evaluate a wide range of factors,
New York’s streets are full again, and the retail numbers prove it - by Noam Aziz

New York’s streets are full again, and the retail numbers prove it - by Noam Aziz

Walk down any New York block this year and you can feel it. The sidewalks are crowded, the storefronts are lit, and the energy that defines this city is back at full volume.
Hunt commercial real estate question and answer: The total cost of relocation - by David Hunt

Hunt commercial real estate question and answer: The total cost of relocation - by David Hunt

You have a right to be concerned. I am always surprised at the companies that will negotiate the price of their new facility down to the last dollar, without thoroughly analyzing their