Investor Demand for Private Lending and 2024 Market Trends
Authored by GoDocs
The initial NPLA meeting of the year delivered valuable insights into the current landscape of real estate transition loans, investor interest, and market dynamics. The conversation between Jon Hornik and Ryan Shanberg from Nomura shed light on various aspects of the industry and provided insights into what 2024 may bring.
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Robust Investor Interest
Shanberg characterized the current level of investor interest in real estate transition loans, bridge loans, and DSCR as “robust.” Transactions in the market, both in December and at present, are multiple times oversubscribed. The institutional investor base for securitizations in the business purpose sector continues to grow.
Factors Driving Investor Optimism
The strong investor interest is attributed to the evolving industry, with a shift towards a more institutional stance. Investors have witnessed a longer track record of performance, and views on housing have moderated over the past six months. Optimism about the economy and housing dynamics has led to a significant showing of investors in the sector.
Anticipation of Rated Securitization
Looking ahead, 2024 is expected to be the year of a rated RTL securitization. The first one is anticipated to be introduced as early as this month. The introduction of a rated RTL securitization is expected to bring more transparency and publicity to the sector, attracting new investor demand.
Performance and Delinquencies
Performance remains a critical factor for investors, with a focus on the impact of delinquencies on securitization. While delinquencies have increased over the past 6 to 8 months, they have been transitory, with a majority continuing to pay in full.
Market Trends and Pricing Dynamics
The pricing trends in RTL transactions continue to show compression. Yields are expected to compress further, driven by the anticipation of rate cuts in 2024. It is predicted that there will be a 75 to 100 basis points reduction in 2024, with the cuts starting as early as summer. Although there is optimism for a smooth landing in 2024, Shanberg has acknowledged the possibility of continued high unemployment and inflation — noting the potential for a mild recession.
This 2024 kick-off meeting provided a comprehensive overview of the real estate transition loan market, investor sentiments, and future trends. With robust demand, price compression, and the anticipation of a rated RTL securitization, the sector appears poised for further growth in 2024. However, challenges such as inflation and delinquencies remain factors to watch.
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