Huge spike in commercial loan requests, what's the deal?

[Kevin Dureiko]

Hello all, recently I've been getting a huge amount of commercial loan requests, normally I'm inundated with fix and flip applications but there's been a sudden shift for commercial. Both coasts seem to be heavy, why the sudden shift? I keep myself on the pulse of what's on the radar but even for me this is a shock. As buyers, anyone care to elaborate? Whats the draw to this opportunity. Research based question looking for market answers!

[Matt M.]

The alternative question could be what's causing holders of commercial properties to sell, assuming that these are purchase transactions.

For sellers: profit taking due to potential market downturn. Most anything purchased 5-7 years ago has experienced terrific gains.

Purchasers: lock in low rates, perceived stable income and returns.

Potential changes to the tax code, and uncertainty in the economy 12-24 months.