Banks dumping real estate in 2025 (only 31% left) | 1440

In this episode, we reveal significant shifts in the lending market and how they impact real estate investors. Traditional banks now only handle 31% of all loans, down from 44% two years ago, and the number of U.S. commercial banks has decreased drastically since 1984. Investors face challenges as traditional lenders take 30-60 days for approvals, while life insurance companies, commercial mortgage-backed securities, and agency lending are stepping in to fill the void. We share a compelling example of how these changes affected one investor, Elena. She faced significant delays and obstacles with traditional banks but turned her fortunes around using specialized lenders. Our discussion includes how these lenders differ from traditional banks and why they are better suited for today's market needs. A Google Doc playbook is available through the link provided, offering strategies for navigating the current lending environment. Elena's playbook: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kzB9133SCpNk9Q4oZAT6Th0lmAsdLzPLKemSomfFhKU/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.gjxl0kndg2lx   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices