Nonbank Real Estate Lending – What Does the Future Hold?

Before the Great Recession in 2007, traditional banks were responsible for most of the mortgages in our country. However, by 2016, almost half of the mortgage loans issued were covered by nonbank lenders. These lenders don’t offer traditional banking services such as savings and checking accounts, providing them with a little more freedom and flexibility […]

How do Advisers Allocate Alternative Investments for Clients?

Why should advisors include alternative investments in their clients’ portfolios?  Diversification, diversification, diversification. Like location in real estate, diversification seems to be the key factor for including alternatives in a portfolio. It’s not quite as simple as that, of course, but there is no doubt that diversification is one of the chief reasons cited for […]

The Role of Alternative Investments as an Inflation Hedge

While encouraging news on the economic recovery from the pandemic is obviously a good sign, it is, unfortunately, being accompanied by increasing inflation. The lifting of pandemic restrictions and the return to business as normal, combined with federal stimulus packages, have fueled the economy. So far, so good. However, the downside of this growth is […]

Direct vs. Commercial Real Estate Investing: What’s the Difference?

Real estate investing can be a great way to diversify your investment portfolio and increase your income. There are many different types of real estate investing, and it’s imperative to find the one that will work best for you and your needs. Two of these types are direct and commercial real estate investing. As with […]