By Van Gothreaux The commercial real estate market is experiencing a perfect storm of opportunity. With over $2.4 trillion in commercial real estate loans approaching maturity through 2027, and many property owners struggling to refinance in today's high-rate environment, distressed commercial properties are hitting the market at 20-50% below fair market value. For savvy investors with the right strategy, this represents one of the most significant wealth-building opportuniti

By Van Gothreaux The commercial real estate industry faces an unprecedented crisis that could reshape the entire lending landscape. With nearly $1 trillion in loans scheduled to mature in 2025 alone and over $1.5 trillion by the end of 2026, business owners and property investors are discovering that traditional banks are increasingly saying "no" to refinancing requests. This isn't just a temporary blip in the market: it's a fundamental shift that demands immediate action. Th

By Van Gothreaux The business lending landscape has shifted dramatically in 2025, and if you've been rejected by traditional banks recently, you're not alone. Credit standards are tightening at an alarming rate: nearly 20% of banks have tightened their lending standards for commercial and industrial loans during the first quarter of 2025, more than triple the 6% from the previous quarter. This tightening represents a fundamental challenge for business owners seeking capital t