Category: Finance

Understanding risk-based pricing for financing - by Mark Zink

Understanding risk-based pricing for financing - by Mark Zink

December 8, 2017
When an investor considers financing of a new asset – whether it’s an investment property, equipment, or another large purchase – it is important to factor in the interest rate associated with the loan.
Babson College collaborates with the Massachusetts and Rhode Island Chapter of the Appraisal Institute - by Karen Friel

Babson College collaborates with the Massachusetts and Rhode Island Chapter of the Appraisal Institu...

November 10, 2017
The appraisal profession has definitely had its ups and downs. Most recently, the number of appraisers nationwide has declined from 121,000 in 2007 to 96,600 in 2017 nationwide. The age demographics are even harsher. Look around at any appraisal function and try to spot the Millennials.
Technology rules the appraisal roost. Trying to get appraisal process streamline - by Bill Pastuszek

Technology rules the appraisal roost. Trying to get appraisal process streamline - by Bill Pastuszek...

November 10, 2017
Technology rules the appraisal roost. Everyone is trying to get the appraisal process streamline. Even appraisers are putting away their IBM selectrics and desktops in search of more efficiency and better solutions.
FED action and tax reform might be considered tailwinds - by David Kirk

FED action and tax reform might be considered tailwinds - by David Kirk

November 10, 2017
Commercial real estate continues to benefit from moderate economic fundamentals and well -priced risk. Nevertheless, the favorable conditions and outlook are unevenly spread over related capital and property markets.