CRED iQ in the News – April 24, 2025
Article Snapshot:
Commercial real estate loan modifications surged by $2 billion in March 2025, with New York based data provider CRED iQ tracking the largest increase in modifications since May 2024.
Announcing BMO 2025-5C10
A CRED iQ Preliminary Analysis
DATA HEREIN PROVIDED TO CRED IQ IS FROM A PRELIMINARY PROSPECTUS AND MAY BE AMENDED OR SUPPLEMENTED PRIOR TO TIME OF SALE
Deal Overview
The BMO 2025-5C10 CMBS deal is a new issuance securitization for the CMBS market, with a total pooled balance of $628 million. The deal is jointly managed by prominent financial institutions including BMO, Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs, Societe Generale, UBS, and Citigroup. The deal is collateralized by 34 loans and secured by 67 properties across a variety of sectors, including multifamily, mixed us, and retail. The strategic geographic distribution of these properties ensures balanced exposure across major markets. The deal’s weighted average loan-to-value (LTV) ratio of 55.1%, and the weighted average mortgage interest rate is 6.79%.
Key Metrics
The loan pool for BMO 2025-5C10 is structured to include a mix of amortizing and interest-only loans, with 1.9% of the mortgage pool having scheduled amortization. The remainder of the pool (98.1%) consists of interest-only payments throughout the loan term, offering investors a steady income stream. The pool boasts a weighted average debt service coverage ratio (DSCR) of 1.80. The weighted average net operating income (NOI) debt yield is 12.9%.
Geography & Property Types
A key strength of the BMO 2025-5C10 CMBS deal is its diverse property type distribution, which enhances portfolio resilience. Multifamily properties constitute 22.0% of the total balance, while mixed use properties account for 21.3% of the balance. The geographic distribution of the properties across prime markets, including high-growth areas in New York City, Chicago, and San Diego.
About CRED iQ
CRED iQ is a market data provider that offers a robust suite of data and software solutions tailored for commercial real estate and finance professionals.
With over $2.3 trillion of CRE loans, CRED iQ delivers instant access to a comprehensive range of financial data and analytics for millions of properties in every market. CRED iQ’s data and analytical capabilities are instrumental in helping investors, lenders and brokers make informed and strategic decisions critical to their business.
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The Extend & Pretend Surge: $40 Billion in CRE Loan Modifications Signals a Shifting Market
The commercial real estate CRE landscape is experiencing a transformative wave, with loan modifications soaring to nearly $40 billion over the past three years. Drawing from CRED iQ’s comprehensive data, our latest analysis uncovers critical trends that could redefine financing strategies for investors and lenders. Here’s what you need to know.
A Deep Dive into Loan Modification Trends
Our research team at CRED iQ examined the evolving landscape of loan modifications across CMBS, SBLL, CRE CLO, and Freddie Mac loans, focusing on both recent activity and a three-year cumulative view. By analyzing loan counts and balances, we identified patterns that highlight the market’s volatility and resilience.
Key Findings:
- Explosive Growth in Modifications: Loan modifications jumped from $21.1 billion in March 2024 to $39.3 billion by March 2025, reflecting a steep upward trajectory.
- March 2025 Spike: The month recorded $2 billion in modifications across 47 loans, marking the largest surge since May 2024.
- Lumpy but Consistent: Modification activity has been uneven, ranging from a low of $11.3 million (two properties) in July 2022 to a high of $2.4 billion (632 properties) in July 2023.
These numbers underscore a market grappling with uncertainty, where “extend and pretend” strategies—extending loan terms to delay resolution—are becoming a go-to solution.
Case Study: Willis Tower’s Loan Modification
A standout example of this trend is the iconic Willis Tower, a 3.8 million square foot office tower in Chicago’s West Loop. Backed by a $1.33 billion loan ($350/SF), the interest-only loan was originally set to mature in March 2020, with five one-year extension options. In March 2025, the loan was modified, pushing the maturity date to March 2028.
At underwriting in February 2018, the property was appraised at $1.78 billion ($470/SF). As of the latest data, it maintains an occupancy rate of 83.1% and a debt service coverage ratio (DSCR) of 1.32, signaling steady performance despite market headwinds.
What This Means for the Market
The surge in loan modifications points to a broader shift in CRE financing. As market uncertainty persists, lenders and borrowers are opting for flexibility over immediate resolution, extending maturities to navigate challenging conditions. This trend raises important questions:
- For Investors: How will prolonged modifications impact asset valuations and portfolio strategies?
- For Lenders: What adjustments to financing structures are needed to balance risk and opportunity?
Looking Ahead
The CRE sector is at a crossroads, with nearly $40 billion in modified loans signaling both caution and adaptability. As these trends evolve, staying informed will be critical for stakeholders navigating this dynamic market. At CRED iQ, we’ll continue to track these developments and provide actionable insights to guide your decisions.
Stay tuned for more updates, and let us know your thoughts on how loan modifications are shaping the future of CRE.
About CRED iQ
CRED iQ is a market data provider that offers a robust suite of data and software solutions tailored for commercial real estate and finance professionals.
With over $2.3 trillion of CRE loans, CRED iQ delivers instant access to a comprehensive range of financial data and analytics for millions of properties in every market. CRED iQ’s data and analytical capabilities are instrumental in helping investors, lenders and brokers make informed and strategic decisions critical to their business.
THE DATA, INFORMATION AND/OR RELATED MATERAL (“DELIVERABLES”) IS BEING OFFERED AS-IS/WHERE-AS CONDITION. CRED-IQ MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY AS TO QUALITY OR ACCURACY OF SUCH DELIVERABLES BEING PURCHASED, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW, STATUTE, OR OTHERWISE, AND CRED-IQ SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED OR STATUTORY WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, YOU AS CUSTOMER ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE NOT AND ARE NOT RELYING UPON ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, OR UPON ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATSOEVER AS TO THE DELIVERABLES IN ANY REGARDS WHATSOEVER, AND ACKNOWLEDGE THAT CRED-IQ MAKES NO, AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY, REPRESENTATION, WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE THAT THE PURCHASE, USE OR COMMERCIALIZATION OF ANY DELIVERABLES WILL BE USEFUL TO YOU OR FREE FROM INTERFERENCE. BY ACCEPTANCE OF THE DELIVERABLES, YOU HEREBY RELEASE CRED-IQ AND ITS AFFILIATES AND AGENTS FROM ALL CLAIMS, DAMAGES AND LIABILITY ARISING HEREUNDER.
Navigating Delinquency Trends in the CRE CLO Sector: Insights from CRED iQ’s March 2025 Report
The commercial real estate collateralized loan obligation (CRE CLO) market has been a critical financing vehicle for transitional assets, offering lenders flexibility and investors exposure to diversified real estate debt. However, as interest rates remain elevated and economic uncertainty lingers, the sector is experiencing notable shifts in loan performance. CRED iQ’s latest March 2025 report sheds light on delinquency and distress trends, providing valuable insights for commercial real estate professionals navigating this complex landscape.
A Decline in Distress, But Challenges Persist
CRED iQ’s distress rate for CRE CLO loans saw a meaningful improvement in March 2025, dropping 160 basis points from 16.0% to 14.4%. This reduction reflects slight improvements across key metrics:
- Delinquency Rate: Fell 30 basis points to 11.9%, signaling fewer loans falling 30+ days behind on payments.
- Special Servicing Rate: Decreased from 9.4% to 8.5%, indicating a modest decline in loans requiring intensive oversight.
While these improvements are encouraging, the broader picture reveals ongoing challenges. A striking 69.5% of CRE CLO loans have surpassed their maturity dates, with 37.3% classified as “performing matured”—a 660-basis-point increase from the prior month. This surge suggests that many borrowers are exercising extension options or negotiating month-to-month arrangements to avoid default, particularly as rising interest rates and tighter capital markets complicate refinancing.
Payment Status: A Mixed Bag
The payment status of CRE CLO loans highlights the sector’s volatility:
- Current Loans: Only 15% of loans were current, down 530 basis points from the previous month. This sharp decline underscores the pressure on borrowers to maintain timely payments amid higher debt service costs.
- Non-Performing Matured Loans: Represent 32.2% of the portfolio, relatively stable with a slight 50-basis-point drop.
- Delinquent Loans (Pre-Maturity): Account for 15.4% of loans, a marginal improvement from 16.3% last month.
These figures reflect a market grappling with the aftermath of loans originated in 2021, when cap rates were compressed, valuations were elevated, and interest rates were historically low. Many of these loans, structured with floating rates and three-year terms, are now hitting maturity walls in a dramatically different economic environment.
Case Study: 1213 Walnut Loan
A real-world example illustrates the pressures facing CRE CLO borrowers. The $125 million 1213 Walnut loan, backed by a 322-unit multifamily property in Philadelphia, highlights maturity-related challenges. Built in 2018 and valued at $151.4 million at underwriting, the property was 90.4% occupied as of March 2025. However, its debt service coverage ratio (DSCR) of 0.64 signals financial strain, well below breakeven.
Originally set to mature in January 2023, the interest-only loan included two one-year extension options. Despite month-to-month extensions, it was flagged on the servicer’s watchlist and transitioned to non-performing matured status in March 2025. This case underscores a broader trend: even well-occupied properties can face distress when cash flows fail to cover rising debt service costs or when refinancing options remain scarce.
What’s Driving These Trends?
Several factors contribute to the delinquency and maturity challenges in the CRE CLO sector:
- Rising Interest Rates: Most CRE CLO loans carry floating rates, making borrowers vulnerable to the steep rate hikes since 2022. Higher debt service costs are squeezing cash flows, particularly for properties with underwritten DSCRs based on low-rate environments.
- Maturity Wall: Loans originated in 2021 with three-year terms are now maturing, and many borrowers struggle to refinance in a market with higher rates and stricter underwriting standards.
- Economic Uncertainty: While multifamily and industrial assets have shown resilience, sectors like office and retail face headwinds from hybrid work trends and shifting consumer behavior, impacting property-level performance.
- Extension Dependency: The prevalence of “performing matured” loans reflects borrowers leaning heavily on extension options. However, these extensions often come with stricter covenants or higher costs, adding pressure to already strained assets.
Implications for CRE Professionals
For lenders, investors, and asset managers, these trends highlight the importance of proactive portfolio management:
- Enhanced Due Diligence: Scrutinize property-level performance metrics, such as occupancy, net operating income (NOI), and DSCR, to identify at-risk loans early. CRED iQ’s data shows that many distressed loans exhibit below-breakeven DSCRs, as seen in the 1213 Walnut case.
- Maturity Monitoring: With 69.5% of loans past maturity, prioritize loans approaching or exceeding their terms. Engage borrowers early to explore extension feasibility or restructuring options.
- Sector-Specific Strategies: Focus on resilient asset classes like multifamily, which continue to benefit from strong rental demand, while exercising caution with office or retail-heavy portfolios.
- Capital Markets Awareness: Stay attuned to refinancing conditions. Tighter lending standards and higher rates may necessitate creative solutions, such as bridge financing or equity partnerships.
Looking Ahead
While the 160-basis-point drop in the distress rate is a positive signal, the CRE CLO sector remains under pressure. The high percentage of matured loans and low share of current loans suggest that challenges will persist, particularly for assets underwritten in the pre-2022 low-rate environment. Issuers like MF1, Arbor, LoanCore, and Benefit Street Partners, which dominate the CRE CLO market, will need to navigate these headwinds carefully.
For commercial real estate professionals, leveraging data-driven insights like those from CRED iQ is critical. By closely monitoring delinquency trends, maturity statuses, and property-level performance, stakeholders can make informed decisions to mitigate risk and capitalize on opportunities in this evolving market.
Disclaimer: The data and insights in this blog are based on CRED iQ’s March 2025 report, analyzing $53.5 billion in active CRE CLO loans. Market conditions are subject to change, and professionals should consult primary sources and advisors for specific investment or lending decisions.
CRED iQ Client Announces Data-Driven AI Solution for Multifamily Deal Analysis (PR Newswire)
CRED iQ in the News – April 9, 2025
Article Snapshot:
- Ease Capital is revolutionizing multifamily underwriting by integrating artificial intelligence with proprietary market intelligence and industry-leading data partners including CRED iQ. This cutting-edge approach is designed to enhance underwriting precision, streamline decision-making, and deliver faster, more optimized investment terms for their broker, investor, and multifamily property sponsor clients.
Lenders Forcing Landlords To Swallow Higher Insurance Coverage Or Face Distress (Bisnow)
CRED iQ in the News – April, 4 2025
Article Snapshot:
- Commercial real estate distress has been on the rise as more property owners struggle to stay current with their loans. But the rising cost of insurance is adding a new threat for small landlords: having coverage forced on them by their lenders.
- Foreclosures and defaults are rising again. By the end of 2024, more than 10% of all commercial real estate properties backed by a CMBS loan were in some form of distress, according to CRE data firm Cred iQ.
CRED iQ Market Insights: Distress Rate Declines for Second Consecutive Month as Retail and Hotel Segments Diverge
April 03, 2025 – At CRED iQ, we’re committed to delivering timely, data-driven insights into the commercial real estate (CRE) market. Our latest analysis reveals a notable shift: the overall distress rate across commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) has dropped for the second consecutive month, declining by 20 basis points to 10.6%. This encouraging trend is accompanied by modest improvements in our core distress metrics, signaling potential stabilization in certain segments of the market. However, a closer look at property types reveals a tale of divergence—particularly between retail and hotel—offering critical takeaways for investors and stakeholders.
Distress Metrics Show Incremental Progress
Our research team tracks two key indicators of distress: delinquency rates and special servicing rates. In our latest report, the delinquency rate edged down from 8.0% in March to 7.9%, while the special servicing rate saw a more significant 40-basis-point reduction, landing at 9.7%. A year ago, these figures stood at 5.4% and 7.4%, respectively, underscoring how much the CRE landscape has evolved. These month-over-month improvements suggest that while challenges persist, the market may be finding its footing in select areas.
Segment Spotlight: Retail Shines, Hotel Struggles
Among property types, the office and multifamily segments remain the most distressed, though both posted relatively flat results. Office continues to lead the pack at 19.2% (down 10 basis points from March), while multifamily eased slightly to 12.9% (also down 10 basis points). These incremental declines hint at resilience, but the broader distress levels in these sectors still warrant close attention.
The real story this month lies in the contrasting fortunes of retail and hotel. Retail, which had been neck-and-neck with hotel in March, delivered a standout performance—its distress rate plummeted 210 basis points to 8.6%. This marks the fifth consecutive month of improvement for the sector and the largest drop in that streak. Factors such as adaptive reuse, strong consumer spending, or successful lease negotiations may be driving this positive momentum—a trend we’ll continue to monitor.
Meanwhile, the hotel segment moved in the opposite direction, with its distress rate climbing 130 basis points to 11.5%. This uptick brings hotel closer to overtaking multifamily as the second-most distressed property type. Rising operational costs, shifting travel patterns, or maturing loans could be contributing to this increase, making hotels a focal point for our next analysis.
Industrial and self-storage, as expected, remain bright spots. Industrial held steady at an impressively low 0.5% distress rate, while self-storage shaved 20 basis points to 1.8%. These segments continue to demonstrate stability amid broader market fluctuations.
Payment Status: A Mixed Picture
Digging deeper into payment statuses across approximately $55.6 billion in CMBS loans, we found:
- $10.3 billion (18.5%) are current,
- $14.0 billion (25.2%) are delinquent (including those within grace periods),
- $31.3 billion (56.2%) have passed their maturity date, with 20.0% performing and 36.3% non-performing.
These figures are largely unchanged from March, suggesting a steady—if uneven—state of payment performance across the portfolio.
Our Methodology
CRED iQ’s distress rate is a comprehensive measure that combines delinquency (30+ days past due) and special servicing activity, encompassing both performing and non-performing loans that fail to pay off at maturity. Our analysis focuses on CMBS properties securitized in conduits and single-borrower large loan structures, while we track Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, Ginnie Mae, and CRE CLO metrics separately for a holistic view of the market.
What’s Next?
The second consecutive decline in our overall distress rate is a cautiously optimistic signal for the CRE sector. Retail’s impressive turnaround offers a glimmer of hope, though hotel’s rising distress reminds us that recovery is far from uniform. As we move forward, CRED iQ remains dedicated to providing actionable insights to help our clients navigate this dynamic landscape.
Stay tuned for our next update, and feel free to reach out to our team for a deeper dive into the data shaping today’s CRE market.
About CRED iQ
CRED iQ is a market data provider that offers a robust suite of data and software solutions tailored for commercial real estate and finance professionals.
With over $2.3 trillion of CRE loans, CRED iQ delivers instant access to a comprehensive range of financial data and analytics for millions of properties in every market. CRED iQ’s data and analytical capabilities are instrumental in helping investors, lenders and brokers make informed and strategic decisions critical to their business.
THE DATA, INFORMATION AND/OR RELATED MATERAL (“DELIVERABLES”) IS BEING OFFERED AS-IS/WHERE-AS CONDITION. CRED-IQ MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY AS TO QUALITY OR ACCURACY OF SUCH DELIVERABLES BEING PURCHASED, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW, STATUTE, OR OTHERWISE, AND CRED-IQ SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED OR STATUTORY WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, YOU AS CUSTOMER ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE NOT AND ARE NOT RELYING UPON ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, OR UPON ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATSOEVER AS TO THE DELIVERABLES IN ANY REGARDS WHATSOEVER, AND ACKNOWLEDGE THAT CRED-IQ MAKES NO, AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY, REPRESENTATION, WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE THAT THE PURCHASE, USE OR COMMERCIALIZATION OF ANY DELIVERABLES WILL BE USEFUL TO YOU OR FREE FROM INTERFERENCE. BY ACCEPTANCE OF THE DELIVERABLES, YOU HEREBY RELEASE CRED-IQ AND ITS AFFILIATES AND AGENTS FROM ALL CLAIMS, DAMAGES AND LIABILITY ARISING HEREUNDER.
Announcing BANK5 2025-5YR14
A CRED iQ Preliminary Analysis
DATA HEREIN PROVIDED TO CRED IQ IS FROM A PRELIMINARY PROSPECTUS AND MAY BE AMENDED OR SUPPLEMENTED PRIOR TO TIME OF SALE
Deal Overview
The BANK5 2025-5YR14 CMBS deal is a new issuance securitization for the CMBS market, with a total pooled balance of $884.4 million. The deal is jointly managed by prominent financial institutions including Wells Fargo, Bank of America, JP Morgan, and Morgan Stanley. The deal is collateralized by 25 loans and secured by 72 properties across a variety of sectors, including office, retail, and multifamily. The strategic geographic distribution of these properties ensures balanced exposure across major markets. The deal’s weighted average loan-to-value (LTV) ratio of 61.1%, and the weighted average mortgage interest rate is 6.55%.
Key Metrics
The loan pool for BANK5 2025-5YR14 is structured to include a mix of amortizing and interest-only loans, with 13.1% of the mortgage pool having scheduled amortization. The remainder of the pool (86.9%) consists of interest-only payments throughout the loan term, offering investors a steady income stream. The pool boasts a weighted average debt service coverage ratio (DSCR) of 1.62. The weighted average net operating income (NOI) debt yield is 11.6%.
Geography & Property Types
A key strength of the BANK5 2025-5YR14 CMBS deal is its diverse property type distribution, which enhances portfolio resilience. Office properties constitute 24.2% of the total balance, while retail properties account for 20.4% of the balance. The geographic distribution of the properties across prime markets, including high-growth areas in New York City, Chicago, and Washington, DC.
About CRED iQ
CRED iQ is a market data provider that offers a robust suite of data and software solutions tailored for commercial real estate and finance professionals.
With over $2.3 trillion of CRE loans, CRED iQ delivers instant access to a comprehensive range of financial data and analytics for millions of properties in every market. CRED iQ’s data and analytical capabilities are instrumental in helping investors, lenders and brokers make informed and strategic decisions critical to their business.
THE DATA, INFORMATION AND/OR RELATED MATERAL (“DELIVERABLES”) IS BEING OFFERED AS-IS/WHERE-AS CONDITION. CRED-IQ MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY AS TO QUALITY OR ACCURACY OF SUCH DELIVERABLES BEING PURCHASED, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW, STATUTE, OR OTHERWISE, AND CRED-IQ SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED OR STATUTORY WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, YOU AS CUSTOMER ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE NOT AND ARE NOT RELYING UPON ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE, OR UPON ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATSOEVER AS TO THE DELIVERABLES IN ANY REGARDS WHATSOEVER, AND ACKNOWLEDGE THAT CRED-IQ MAKES NO, AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY, REPRESENTATION, WARRANTY OR GUARANTEE THAT THE PURCHASE, USE OR COMMERCIALIZATION OF ANY DELIVERABLES WILL BE USEFUL TO YOU OR FREE FROM INTERFERENCE. BY ACCEPTANCE OF THE DELIVERABLES, YOU HEREBY RELEASE CRED-IQ AND ITS AFFILIATES AND AGENTS FROM ALL CLAIMS, DAMAGES AND LIABILITY ARISING HEREUNDER.
Apartment Loan Delinquencies Surge 39% in Q4 2024: A Deep Dive into the Numbers
Hey, real estate enthusiasts! The CRED iQ Research team here, back with a fresh look at the multifamily loan landscape. This week, we’ve zoomed in on the latest trends shaking up the apartment sector, building on the community bank data from our 2025 Almanac. Buckle up—because the numbers are telling a story of rising delinquencies, slowing growth, and some eye-popping loan loss figures for 2024.
Delinquency Dollars Pile Up: $2.38 Billion in Q4 Alone
Let’s start with the headline: multifamily loan delinquencies at community banks jumped 39% from Q3 to Q4 2024, ballooning by $2.38 billion in newly delinquent loans. That brings the total delinquent balance to a hefty $8.49 billion by year-end. For context, this figure was just $6.11 billion in Q3 2024 and a modest $1.98 billion back in Q2 2023. That’s right—delinquencies have been climbing steadily since mid-2023, but 2024 turned up the heat with bigger quarter-over-quarter spikes.
Breaking it down, the year started slow with a $234.8 million uptick in Q1 (compared to Q4 2023). Then things accelerated: Q2 added $1.90 billion, Q3 tacked on $545.6 million, and Q4 slammed the door with that massive $2.4 billion increase. By the time the calendar flipped to 2025, the delinquency rate for multifamily loans hit 1.35%—a sharp rise from 0.56% a year earlier. Q1 2025 data isn’t out yet, but the trend lines suggest this percentage isn’t slowing down anytime soon.
Growth Slows, Balances Still Climb
Over the past decade, multifamily loan balances held by community banks have swelled at a solid 7.9% average annual growth rate—from $297.4 billion in 2014 to $628.9 billion in 2024. That’s a lot of apartments! But here’s the twist: growth has hit the brakes since 2023, dropping to just 2.2% that year and ticking up slightly to 2.8% in 2024. So, while the total loan pie keeps expanding, it’s growing at a much slower pace than before—meanwhile, those delinquency cracks are widening.
Losses Sting: Realized Hits Double in 2024
If rising delinquencies weren’t enough, realized loan losses are adding salt to the wound. In 2023, community banks took a $305.8 million hit—a jaw-dropping 411% leap over 2022. Fast forward to 2024, and losses more than doubled to $691.8 million, up 126% from the year prior. That’s not just a blip—it’s a signal that the multifamily sector is feeling some serious pressure.
Why It Matters
So, what’s driving this? We dug into FDIC-insured multifamily loan data to understand how community banks—key players in this ecosystem—are exposed. The uptick in delinquencies and losses points to broader challenges: rising interest rates, softening rents, or maybe even over-leveraged borrowers. Whatever the culprits, the numbers don’t lie—this is a trend worth watching.
Stay tuned as we keep our finger on the pulse of the multifamily market. Got questions or want us to dig deeper? Drop us a line—we’re here to crunch the data and cut through the noise!
About CRED iQ
CRED iQ is a market data provider that offers a robust suite of data and software solutions tailored for commercial real estate and finance professionals.
With over $2.3 trillion of CRE loans, CRED iQ delivers instant access to a comprehensive range of financial data and analytics for millions of properties in every market. CRED iQ’s data and analytical capabilities are instrumental in helping investors, lenders and brokers make informed and strategic decisions critical to their business.
Distress Rates are High in These Markets (GlobeSt)
CRED iQ in the News – March 26, 2025
Article Snapshot:
Despite signs of improvement in commercial real estate markets, including the office sector, distress remains prevalent in many metropolitan areas. CRED iQ analyzed the top 50 metropolitan statistical areas, focusing on the loans they track to determine the proportion of distressed loans. The distress rate is defined as the combined percentage of delinquent and specially serviced loans.