Commercial Mortgage Insight

1998 FEATURES AND REPORTS

This index lists feature stories, reports and news items that have appeared in Commercial Mortgage Insight in 1998.

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ACQUISITIONS

PNC Bank Buys Midland March, p. 21
L.J. Melody Buys 2 Firms March, p. 21
SS&C Bids for Quantra April, p. 23
Analytics Firm Sold To GMAC April, p. 23
WMF Forms Subsidiary May, p. 11
PNC Closes Acquisition May, p. 11
Banking Firm Has Expanded June, p. 13
Software Firm Is Acquired June, p. 13
L.J. Melody Buys Shoptaw-James July, p. 11
TMAC Closes Denver Deal July, p. 11
GMAC Buying Banking Firm July, p. 11
Fleet Purchases Part of Parallel July, p. 21
First Security Being Sold Aug., p. 12

AFFORDABLE HOUSING

Financing Affordable Housing. Deals are becoming complicated and layered with multiple financing sources. Mortgage bankers and brokers can still get a piece of the action Author: Michael J. Kling July, p. 1
HUD Loan Is First Of Its Kind July, p. 15
Fannie Mae Issues REMIC July, p. 15
The Art Of The Deal: Tips From Experts July, p. 16
There Are Programs Aplenty July, p. 17
As Deals Become More Complex, More Players Come To The Table. Tax-credit and exempt bonds are also providing more opportunities for low income housing Author: Jerry DeMuth Oct., p. 26

AGENDA

MBA's CREF: A Golden (Gate) Opportunity Jan., p. 3
A Year Of Opportunities And Worries Feb., p. 3
Big Fish Get Bigger, Go After Small March, p. 3
Rating Agencies To Be On Firing Line April, p. 3
Experts See Flight To Safety Benefits May, p. 3
The Growing Grow Faster June, p. 2
And The Top Deal Goes To... July, p. 2
Commercial Behind The Times For Y2K Aug., p. 2
CMI's Happy Birthday Sept., p. 3
Back To School: CMBS 101 Oct., p. 3
Constructing "A Connected Community" Nov., p. 3
Industry Turns To Research For Solution Dec., p. 3

AGRICULTURE

Tends Prime Growing Areas June, p. 22

APPRAISALS

Professional Designation Enhances Appraisal Service. Choosing an appraiser with a professional designation may be worth it for a complicated property Author: Michael J. Kling Dec., p. 14

ASSOCIATIONS

MBA President Asks For Help March, p. 6
Association Stresses Education In Outreach To Commercial Brokers. In an effort to attract commercial brokers, the NAMB is initiating a commercial mortgage course and conference Author: Michael J. Kling June, p. 10
What the NAMB Offers Author: Michael J. Kling June, p. 11
(NAMB) Commercial Conference Sept., p. 4
CSSA Eyes Global CMBS Sept., p. 5
(BOMA) Group Urges Y2K Holiday Sept., p. 7
MBA Changes Structure Dec., p. 5

BANKS

Banks Are On Healthy Road; Many Take Securitization Route. Good relationships with borrowers, the ability to securitize, and a strong economy are helping banks to continue to be major players in commercial mortgages Author: Michael J. KlingJan., p. 14
Standards Are Easing Feb., p. 5
Financing For Class A Deals May, p. 10
Finder's Fees Ease Shortage Oct., p. 4
Investors See Credit Culture Dec., p. 6

BROKERS

Association Stresses Education In Outreach To Commercial Brokers. In an effort to attract commercial brokers, the NAMB is initiating a commercial mortgage course and conference Author: Michael J. Kling June, p. 10
Appearance Does Matter When Presenting A Loan. Package the contents carefully, as it will influence when your loan is read and considered Author: Jerry DeMuth Aug., p. 17
Expand Your Networking Sept., p. 6

CMBS

Bigger Pools, Higher Volume Jan., p. 4
Foreign CMBS Opportunities Jan., p .4
Morgan Offers Credit Line Jan., p. 19
Window Still Open, But Beware Of Cycle Author: Michael J. Kling Jan., p. 22
Trust Services Vital to CMBS Feb., p. 8
Driven By CMBS Market May, p. 4
Competition Is Heating Up The Market May, p. 8
The Growing Grow Faster June, p. 2
It's A Growth Industry, Booming With Change. As more investors gain interest and supply expands to meet demand, there is concern about erosion in quality Author: Jerry DeMuth July, p. 7
The Rating Agency Factor Author: Jerry DeMuth July, p. 8
Differing CMBS Views Aug., p. 5
Looking For Tomorrow's Loan? Ditch Traditional Thinking. Niche products allow lenders to develop a specialization that allows the lender to better serve its customers Author: Gary Hutto Aug., p. 14
CMBS Issuers Search For Buyers Oct., p. 22
Rapidly Changing Market Shakes Commercial Mortgage Industry Author: Michael J. Kling Nov., p. 6
Originations Decline; Consolidations In Forecast Author: Adam Reinebach Nov., p. 7
Trustees Use Technology To Keep CMBS Information Flowing. Trustees are using Web pages to keep information flowing and fulfill their vital role in the commercial mortgagebacked securities industry Author: Michael J. Kling Nov., p. 12
Bond Buyers Wanted Dec., p. 4
How The Y2K Glitch Impacts Securitized Loan Servicing. CMBS servicers and lenders face a range of potential Y2K headaches from litigation, failure to account for payments and failure of collateral. Here's why the issue is important and how to avoid problems Author: Lawrence R. Kulig Dec., p. 16

COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE PROGRAMS

Nationwide Commercial Capital Corp.: No Upfront Fees Jan., p. 17
Kennedy Funding Inc.: Quick Action From Kennedy Jan., p. 17
GE Capital Access: Full-Service Operation Jan., p. 17
Mountain Community Bank Is Expanding Feb., p. 11
Boston Capital Corp.: Tax Credits In California Feb., p. 11
Midland Mortgage Investment Corp.: Lender Likes Construction Feb., p. 12
Sun West Mortgage Co. Inc.: Introduces New FHA Program Feb.,p. 12
First Connecticut Consulting Group: Loan Workouts On Heavy Debts Feb., p. 13
The Money Store: Expands Into Commercial Feb., p. 33
Emmes Capital LLC: Real Estate Experience March, p. 19
Ocwen Federal Bank FSB Seeks Opportunities March, p. 19
Prudential Insurance Corp. Forms Conduit March, p. 19
VB Realty Capital Is New March, p. 20
ContiTrade Services LLC Shares Risk March, p. 20
Builders Financial Group: Speculative, Model Homes March, p. 20
Gala Resources: New York Firm Limits Points March, p. 20
Parmann Mortgage: Expanding Nationwide April, p. 14
Nomura Capital/CB Commercial: Private Sector Funding April, p. 14
ValuExpress LLC: Quick Quotes April, p. 15
Hampstead Financial Corp.: Now Offers Small Loans April, p. 15
First Union National Bank: Financing For Class A Deals May, p. 10
Impac Commercial Capital Targets Small Loans May, p. 10
Allied Capital: Storage Tanks Prompt Deals May, p. 10
Mountain Funding Inc. Boasts Fast Closings June, p. 22
Celtic Financial Group: Lender Starts Programs June, p. 22
Prudential Agricultural Investments: Tends Prime Growing Areas June, p. 22
Life Bank: Expanding New Network July, p. 20
Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette: New Program Is Rolled Out July, p. 20
Fannie Mae: New Product From Agency July, p. 20
Midland Loan Services: Starts High LTV Program Aug., p. 16
FedFirst: Apartment Specialist Aug., p. 16
Apex: New Program For Subprime Aug., p. 16
NW LLC: Reduced Closing Costs Sept., p. 8
ValuExpress LLC: Conduit Buys Bank Loans Sept., p. 8
TRI Financial Corp.: Does HUD Programs Sept., p. 9
WMF Group: Product Gives Market Rents Sept., p. 10
Capital America: Focuses On Projections Sept., p. 10
SWH Funding Corp: Turns Visions Into Reality Oct., p. 19
Kennedy Funding Inc.: Features Fast Financing Oct., p. 20
Heller Financial: Program Touts SBA Benefits Oct., p. 20
Fannie Mae: Low Cost Defeasance Oct., p. 20
Freddie Mac: Streamlines Refinancing Oct., p. 30
Heller Financial: New Conduit Program Nov., p. 18
National Realty Funding: Personal Attention Nov., p. 18
Bridger Commercial Funding LLC: Links Banks To Conduits Nov.,p. 18
Alliance Funding Company: Funds For Home Parks Dec., p. 8
Mercury Capital Corp.: Gives Flexible Solutions Dec., p. 8
Southern Pacific Bank: Second-Tier Multifamily Dec., p. 8
ValuExpress: Expands Program Dec., p. 9
Fannie Mae: Permanent Product Dec., p. 9

CONDUITS

Full-Service Operation Jan., p. 17
Companies Reveal What's Coming Through Their Conduit Pipelines. What's in the works for capital market product this year? A lot. Low interest rates, continuing aggressiveness, and increasing experience are already setting the year on track for record volumes Author: Michael J. Kling March, p. 8
Prudential Forms Conduit March, p. 19
VB Realty Capital Is New March, p. 20
ContiTrade Shares Risk March, p. 20
Storage Tanks Prompt Deals May, p. 10
Fannie Mae Issues REMIC July, p. 15
Who's Driving The Market July, p. 22
ValuExpress LLC: Conduit Buys Bank Loans Sept., p. 8
Financing Sources. Who are the preferred money sources? Mortgage bankers and brokers reveal who they send their deals to and why Author: Michael J. Kling Oct., p. 1

CONSTRUCTION

Speculative, Model Homes March, p. 20
MFI Boasts Fast Closings June, p. 22
Construction Lending. Lenders are turning to mortgage brokers to take up the slack for construction projects that banks are unwilling to finance Author: Michael J. Kling Sept., p. 1
Building Blocks For Construction Author: Michael J. Kling Sept. p. 13

CORRESPONDENTS

Building Relationships Jan., p. 6
Keeping Them Cozy: Correspondent Relationships. How do correspondents keep a Valentine's Day atmosphere with lenders alive year-round? Like marriage counselors, lenders tell how to stoke the fires of prosperity Author: Michael J. Kling Feb., p.1
Correspondent Lending: A Time-Tested Successful Way Of Doing Business Author: Michael J. Kling Feb., p. 36
Mortgage Bankers Ask Life Companies For Changes In Servicing Contracts Feb., p. 37
Expanding Network July, p. 20

DIRECTORIES

Outsourcing Services At Your Fingertips May, p. 20
Commercial Lenders At Your Fingertips Sept., p. 18
Directory Of Environmental Services Nov., p. 14

ENVIRONMENTAL

EnviroBusiness Inc.: Conducts Due Diligence March, p. 21
Digging Deep: Help Available To Solve Complex Environmental Problems. Environmental experts can help dig for solutions and understand complex, technical issues, assess risk and define options April, p. 18
Is Insurance The Answer? Consultants have doubts that it will replace Phase 1 assessments, but the industry's comfort level grows Author: Michael J. Kling May, p. 23
Tank Deadline Approaching July, p. 22
New Global Standard Seen Aug., p. 7
Guidelines Standardized For Environmental Insurance Author: Michael J. Kling Aug., p. 10
UST Deadline Approaching Dec., p. 6

FIELD SERVICES

Commercial Property Inspectors Are Your Legs In The Field. Their expertise can be used to control your portfolio or get loans ready for sale Author: Ruth Guillet Fields Jan., p. 16
More Lenders Choose To Outsource Inspections. In-house staff is often hard-pressed to fulfill inspection requests for commercial and multifamily properties located on opposite coasts Author: Samuel D. Larsen Feb., p. 26

FORECASTING

Forecast 1998. It's another 'thumbs up' year for commercial real estate lending - but keep your fingers on deal discipline Author: Michael J. Kling Jan., p.1
There's Still Room To Run. The annual market forecast from Landauer Associates Inc. sees a healthy 1998 - especially for players with discipline Jan., p. 20
Don't Ignore Immigration Jan., p. 5
Software Soothsayers. Armed with spreadsheets and advanced computer systems, analytics firms are taking a crack at predicting loan portfolio performance March, p. 1
Deflation Cited As Future Risk March, p. 4
Recommended: Back To Basics March, p. 4
Income Gap Prompts Trends March, p. 5
Flu Won't Harm Markets May, p. 6
Differing CMBS Views Aug., p. 5
Office Market Still Strong Sept., p. 4
Researchers Predict Strong Market, Some Signs Of Overbuilding Author: Michael J. Kling Oct., p. 6
Originations Decline; Consolidations In Forecast Author: Adam Reinebach Nov., p. 7
Outlook 1999. Tighter underwriting standards and a return to fundamentals will be hallmarks for 1999 following the capital markets freeze Author: Michael J. Kling Dec., p. 1

FYI

Morgan Stanley & Co. Offers Credit Line Jan., p. 19
Nomura Capital Opens Servicing Unit Feb., p. 14
GE Capital Loan Services Gets Contract Feb., p. 14
Midland Loan Services Wins New Contract Feb., p. 14
C-BASS Buys Mortgage Debt Feb., p. 14
Apex Mortgage Corp. Opens New Office Feb., p. 14
Commercial Consultants Feb., p. 14
Freddie Mac's New Program March, p. 21
PNC Bank Corp. Buys Midland March, p. 21
L. J. Melody & Company Buys 2 Firms March, p. 21
Cambridge Realty Capital Ltd. Launches Site March, p. 21
EnviroBusiness Inc.: Conducts Due Diligence March, p. 21
AIG Inc. Chooses PAM Suite March, p. 22
Quantra Corp. Wins New Contracts March, p. 22
SS&C Technologies Inc. Bids for Quantra April, p. 23
Mortgage Analytics Inc.: Firm Sold To GMAC April p. 23
Ocwen Financial Corp. Looks To Expand April, p. 23
WMF Group Forms Conduit April, p. 23
Altschuler, Melvoin & Glasser National Real Estate Group Forms April, p. 23
It's Bloomfield Acceptance Company And Bingham April, p. 23
Fannie Mae Chief Resigns May, p. 11
NationsBank/BankAmerica: Merger Creates Giant May, p. 11
WMF Group Forms Subsidiary May, p. 11
PNC Bank Corp. Closes Acquisition May, p. 11
Synergy Software: New Software From June, p. 13
KCCI Commercial Real Estate Services: Firm Changes Name June, p. 13
Holliday Fenoglio Fowler: Banking Firm Has Expanded June, p. 13
McCracken Financial Software Firm Is Acquired June, p. 13
L.J. Melody & Company Buys Shoptaw-James July, p. 11
TMAC Closes Denver Deal July, p. 11
GMACCM Buying Banking Firm July, p. 11
Fleet Financial Group Purchases Part Of Parallel July, p. 21
Dynex Commercial Inc. Creates Healthcare Inc. July, p. 21
Cambridge Realty Capital Opens Office July, p. 21
AMRESCO Inc. Firm Moves July, p.21
Hampstead Financial Corp.: Moving Time For July, p. 21
American Savings Bank: New Name For Lender July, p. 21
Emergent Business Capital Web Site July, p. 21
New Realty Services International Firm July, p. 21
Capital America: Real Estate Spin-Off Aug., p. 12
ERM Forms New Company Aug., p. 12
Hampstead Financial Corp.: New Division Doing Well Aug., p. 12
First Security Being Sold Aug., p. 12
ERE Yarmouth of New York: New Name For Advisor Aug., p. 12
Apex Mortgage Expands Operations Aug., p. 12
GMACCM Opens New Office Aug., p. 12
WMF Group Capital Corp.: Small Loan Office Opens Aug., p. 12
Fannie Mae: Streamlined Appraisals Aug., p. 13
KPMG Peat Markwick: New Service On The Web Aug. p. 13
Freemont Realty Capital: REIT Forms Partnership Aug., p. 13
WMF Group Creates New REIT Aug., p. 13
CSSA Looks For Director Sept., p. 16
EMG: Forms Equity Division Sept., p. 16
Edward T. Byrd & Company: Relocates Operations Sept., p. 16
HUD: Improvements Urged Sept., p. 16
Bankers Trust Corp.: CMBS Info On Web Page Oct., p. 30
Column Financial Inc.: Opens Five New Offices Oct., p. 30
AMI Capital Inc.: Office Serves West Coast Oct., p. 30
CRE Inspections: Loan Risk Assessment Oct., p. 30
Midland Loan Services Inc.: Office Expands Scope Oct., p. 30
Mortgage Information Advisory Corp: Evaluates Servicing Nov., p. 10
Fannie Mae Issues REMIC Nov., p. 10
NAMB: Reorganizes Foundations Nov., p. 10
NIC Publishes Resource Guide Nov., p. 10
Southern Pacific Bank: Customer Confusion Nov., p. 10
Parmann Mortgage: Concentrates On Commercial Nov., p. 10
AMI Capital Inc.: New Office In Dallas Nov., p. 10
NIC: Seniors Group Changes Name Dec., p. 10
NAR: Commercial NAR Web Site Dec., p. 10
L.J. Melody Buys CBSP Dec. p. 10
Llama Capital Mortgage Acquires Boston Capital Dec., p. 10

HARD MONEY

Nationwide Commercial Capital Corp.: No Upfront Fees Jan., p. 17
Kennedy Funding Inc.: Quick Action From Jan., p. 17
Gala Resources Firm Limits Points March, p. 20

HEALTH CARE

Senior Housing Offers A Range Of Opportunities. Senior housing presents a varied market with great opportunities, but brokers must know their product or they could get burned Author: Michael J. Kling May, p. 16
One Size Doesn't Fit May, p. 17
HUD Still Competitive In Senior Housing May, p. 1
Freddie Mac Pilot Flies May, p. 18
Properties Come In A Range Of 'Flavors' May, p. 19

HIGH LTV

Starts High LTV Program July, p. 20

HOTEL

Hotel Financing. Despite problems in the CMBS market, many lenders are still considering hotel deals, just more carefully than before, with prospects for full service hotels remaining strong Author: Michael J. Kling Nov., p. 1

HUD

HUD Boosts Section 8 Renewals Jan., p. 11
Budget Office Causes Anxiety Feb., p. 5
Retsinas Exits High-Level Post April, p. 21
HUD Still Competitive In Senior Housing May, p. 18
HUD Loan Is First Of Its Kind July, p. 15
There Are Programs Aplenty July, p. 17

INDUSTRIAL

Multifamily, Industrial Ideal For New Commercial Brokers. Industrial properties are easy to underwrite and multifamily loans are processed much like residential. Both are good transitions for residential brokers breaking into commercial mortgage according to lenders Author: Jerry DeMuth May, p. 14
Sparks Capital Partners: Deal; Ignites Job Dec., p. 10

INSURANCE

Is Insurance The Answer? Consultants have doubts that it will replace Phase 1 assessments, but the industry's comfort level grows May, p. 23
Proper Coverage Protects The Loan And Underlying Asset. The insurance program should put the borrower and his mortgage holder back in the same position they were in prior to a loss Author: Bernard M. Brown June, p. 20
Guidelines Standardized for Environmental Insurance Aug. p. 10
Financing Sources. Who are the preferred money sources? Mortgage bankers and brokers reveal who they send their deals to and why Author: Michael J. Kling Oct., p. 1

LARGE LOANS

Pipeline Dreams? Not in today's market. Large loans are fulfilling originators' dreams as borrowers seek to take advantage of low interest rates and spreads Author: Michael J. Kling Aug., p. 1
Large Loans Increase Ratio Sept., p. 5

LIFE COMPANIES

Delinquencies Drop, LCs Say May, p. 5
Start Conduit Operations June, p. 4
Financing Sources. Who are the preferred money sources? Mortgage bankers and brokers reveal who they send their deals to and why Author: Michael J. Kling Oct., p. 1

MANAGEMENT

Efficient, Profitable Firms Measure Performance. ...Not just of loans, but of the people they hire to create the foundation of their operation Author: Mel Blonsky Oct. p. 24

MANUFACTURED HOUSING

Looking For Tomorrow's Loan? Ditch Traditional Thinking. Niche products allow lenders to develop a specialization that allows the lender to better serve its customers Author: Gary Hutto Aug., p. 14

MEZZANINE

Mezzanine Loans Building New Heights Of Financing. Aggressive lenders are using sophisticated financing structures to boost LTV ratios and increase securitizations Author: Michael J. Kling July, p. 12

P CLASS="title2">MULTIFAMILY

Database Soon To Go Public Jan., p. 6
HUD Boosts Section 8 Renewals Jan., p. 11
Budget Office Causes Anxiety Feb., p. 5
Section 8 May Get Cut Feb., p. 6
Fannie Mae Sees OK Refis Feb., p. 7
Tax Credits In California Feb., p. 11
Lender Likes Construction Feb., p. 12
Introduces New FHA Program Feb., p. 12
Lenders Learn Lessons Of Multifamily Past. It's one of the most attractive sectors of the commercial lending market today. And this time around, the players are wiser and more focused on long-term success Author: Neil J. Morse Feb.
Freddie Mac's New Program March, p. 21
Assess Storm Damages April, p. 5
Private Sector Funding April, p. 14
ValuExpress LLC: Quick Quotes April, p. 15
Multifamily, Industrial Ideal For New Commercial Brokers. Industrial properties are easy to underwrite and multifamily loans are processed much like residential. Both are good transitions for residential brokers breaking into commercial mortgage according to lenders Author: Jerry DeMuth May, p. 14
There Are Programs Aplenty July, p. 17
Apartment Operators Look For Regulatory Relief Author: Michael J. Kling July, p. 18
A Question Of Survival Aug., p. 4
Faith In Multifamily Market Restored Author: Gary Hutto Aug., p. 15
Apartment Specialist Aug., p. 16
TRI Financial Corp: Does HUD Programs Sept., p. 9
WMF Group: Product Gives Market Rents Sept., p. 10
NMCH Notes Mixed Changes Oct., p. 5
Time and Analysis Nov., p. 11

OFFICES

Office Vacancy Rate Declines April, p. 4
Office Market Still Strong Sept., p. 4

ORIGINATIONS

Deals Faster, Survey Says April, p. 5
Appearance Does Matter When Presenting A Loan. Package the contents carefully, as it will influence when your loan is read and considered Author: Jerry DeMuth Aug., p. 17

PENSION FUNDS

A Time For Increased Activity Dec., p. 21

Q & A

Thomas Trowbridge, Jr., chairman, CEO of Trowbridge, Kieselhorst & Co.: Meeting The Challenges Of Today's Market: Author: Michael J. Kling March, p. 12

QUALITY CONTROL

Use Operating Statements To Determine Loan Quality. They can help forecast loan defaults, determine the profitability of properties and show it underwriting needs adjusting Author: David G. Diamond June, p. 6
Modifying An NOI Author: David G. Diamond June, p. 8

RATING AGENCIES

Agencies Seek 'Credit Culture' Jan., p. 6
Structures Raise Concerns June, p. 3

REITS

The REIT Rebound: How You Can Score...With IPOs more common, many REITS are seeking mortgage bankers and brokers to originate their loans Author: Jerry DeMuth April, p. 6
REITS Seek Lines Of Credit Author: Jerry DeMuth May, p. 6
REIT Forms Partnership Aug., p. 13
WMF Group Creates New REIT Aug., p. 13
Rent Ruling Opposed Oct., p. 4
Mortgages Seen As Option For REITS. If their stock prices are down, REITs can turn to mortgages for financing Author: Jerry DeMuth Nov., p. 8

RELIGION

Separating The Spiritual From The Financial. Mortgage brokers can guide religious institutions through the complex process of obtaining financing for their building or renovation projects Author: Gary Opper July, p. 10

RETAIL

No Generalities March, p. 6
Lenders Are Shopping For Retail Deals. Mortgage bankers and brokers with the right connections and well-prepared packages can make the deals Author: Michael J. Kling July, p. 4
What A Retail Borrower Shops For July, p. 5
Tips For Making Retail Deals July, p. 6

RISK MANAGEMENT

Don't Sit And Wait for Bad Times To Review Your Portfolio. Here's how to monitor a loan to know when it may head south Author: David G. Diamond Feb., p. 28
Technological Tools Assist Risk Management. Managing risk means huge number crunching capabilities, data mining for answers, and more powerful applications Aug., p. 8
Playing Heads-Up With Your Portfolio. Knowing how to anticipate out-of-control loans can save you money, decrease defaults and prevent a downward spiral of loan performance Author: Richard L. Mason Nov., p. 20

SENIOR HOUSING

Senior Housing. This unique property type poses both a range of structures and rewards for those with the right know-how Author: Michael J. Kling May, p. 1
HUD Still Competitive In Senior Housing May, p. 1
Freddie Mac Pilot Flies May, p. 18
Properties Come In A Range Of 'Flavors' Author: Michael J. Kling May, p. 19
New Product From Agency July, p. 20
Opportunities, Challenges Aug., p. 3
New Wave Of Housing Aug., p. 3
NIC Sees Banner Year Dec., p. 4

SERVICING

Standards Aid Servicing Jan., p. 5
Loan Workouts On Heavy Debts Feb., p. 13
Nomura Capital Opens Servicing Unit Feb., p. 14
GE Capital Loan Services Gets Contract Feb., p. 14
Midland Loan Services Wins New Contract Feb., p. 14
Mortgage Bankers Ask Life Companies For Changes In Servicing Contracts Feb., p. 37
Finding Efficiency In A Complex Business March, p. 14
The REIT Rebound: How You Can Score April, p. 6
Loan Defaults. Keep your eye out for red flags. They can help you monitor performance and prepare for the unexpected Author: Michael J. Kling June, p. 1
Services Firm Changes Name June, p. 13
Investment Can Support Your Diversification Strategy. Defaults are at record lows. But that's not stopping companies from overcoming rating agency hurdles to join an elite special servicing crowd Author: Michael J. Kling June, p. 16
Rating Key For Servicers Aug., p. 6
Firms Report Banner Year Nov., p. 4

SMALL LOANS

What're We Gonna Do About Mom & Pop's Loan? Plenty, say funding sources that are adopting a "small loan mentality." Author: Michael J. Kling Jan., p. 8
Fannie Mae Improves Technology To Streamline Loan Delivery. Lenders have rave reviews for a new online system for delivery and commitments Author: Michael J. Kling April, p. 12
Parmann Mortgage: Expanding Nationwide April, p. 14
Hampstead Financial Corp.: Now Offers Small Loans April, p. 15
Impac Commercial Capital Targets Small Loans May, p. 10
Lender Starts Program June, p. 22
New Program Is Rolled Out July, p. 20
Due Diligence Opens Window Aug., p. 4
NW LLC: Reduced Closing Costs Sept., p. 8
Small Business Administration Lendning Offers Big Advantages. Having SBA programs, especially the 7(a), in your repertoire can help you make deals and increase your volume Author: Michael J. Kling Dec., p.11
SBA 504 Program: Another Alternative Dec., p. 12
Marketing Firm Links Borrowers To Banks Dec., p. 12

TECHNOLOGY

Imaging Offers Data Control Feb., p. 8
The Year 2000: Perform Triage Feb., p. 9
Tools Aid Asset Management And Problem Loan Workouts. Plenty of technology is available to collect and maintain data, and transfer information to investors and rating agencies Author: Dona DeZube Feb., p. 24
Software Soothsayers. Armed with spreadsheets and advanced computer systems, analytics firms are taking a crack at predicting loan portfolio performance Author: Michael J. Kling March, p. 16
Cambridge Launches Site March, p. 21
Expands Data Service April, p. 19
Fannie Mae Improves Technology To Streamline Loan Delivery. Lenders have rave reviews for a new online system for delivery and commitments Author: Michael J. Kling April, p. 12
Survey Notes Rising Use June, p. 4
New Software From Synergy June, p. 13
Emergent Creates Web Site July, p. 21
Commercial Behind The Times for Y2K Aug., p. 2
Bridging The Gap Aug., p. 6
Technological Tools Assist Risk Management. Managing risk means huge number crunching capabilities, data mining for answers, and more powerful applications Author: Michael J. Kling Aug., p. 8
New Service On The Web Aug. p. 13
(BOMA) Group Urges Y2K Holiday Sept., p. 7
Standards Called Vital Nov., p. 5
Sees Historic Pattern Nov., p. 5
Team Approach Recommended Nov., p. 11
Trustees Use Technology To Keep CMBS Information Flowing. Trustees are using Web pages to keep information flowing and fulfill their vital role in the commercial mortgage-backed securities industry Author: Michael J. Kling Nov., p. 12
How The Y2K Glitch Impacts Securitized Loan Servicing. CMBS servicers and lenders face a range of potential Y2K headaches from litigation, failure to account for payments and failure of collateral. Here's why the issue is important and how to avoid problems Author: Lawrence R. Kulig Dec. p. 16
Vendors Recommend Year 2000 Testing Dec., p. 17

UNDERWRITING

Keep An Eye On Aggressive Underwriting Author: Neil J. Morse Feb., p. 18
You Can Structure A Deal That Satisfies All Parties. Guidelines are just that - guidelines. Use them to your - and the borrower's - best advantage. Author: William Miklos April, p. 16
Capital Markets Prompt Growing Standardization For Due Diligence. Changes are marking due diligence: increasing standardization, more sophisticated forecasts, more powerful and userfriendly software tools and an increasing use of consultants Author: Michael J. Kling Sept., p. 28
What Is Due Diligence? Authors: Richard ller and Michael R. Peterson Oct., p. 10
Different Lenders, Different Needs Oct., p. 12
Drawing The Battle Lines Authors: Richard Koller and Michael R. Peterson Oct. p. 14
Becoming Lenders Dec., p. 19