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01
Apr
Good news: the small-balance commercial mortgage industry is finally returning to normal. Better news: because of this encouraging trend, brokers...
31
Mar
Learn more about Silver Hill Funding’s appraisal process with this short video that details each step brokers should follow to...
19
Mar
Searching for a lending partner that offers more opportunities for a wide range of commercial borrowers? With Silver Hill Funding,...
17
Mar
Fact: Brokers love solutions. It’s what helps them get ahead of the competition in the small-balance commercial mortgage space, but...
03
Mar
Knowing what fits and doesn’t fit isn’t just essential when you’re online shopping and deciding what jean size to go...
19
Feb
We at Silver Hill Funding, LLC are thrilled to announce our return to small-balance commercial mortgage origination. Thank you for...
20
Jan
Understanding a commercial mortgage lender’s rate sheet is only half the battle. To truly get a sense of the types...
15
Jan
Understanding a commercial mortgage lender’s rate sheet is only half the battle. To truly get a sense of the types...
24
Nov
Having a reliable partner for your commercial mortgage business in 2020 sounds like a breath of fresh air, right?
20
Nov
Get ahead of the competition – be the first to get a detailed walkthrough of Silver Hill Funding, LLC’s new...
11
Nov
Learn more about Silver Hill Funding’s appraisal process with this short video that details each step brokers should follow to...
23
Oct
We at Silver Hill Funding, LLC are thrilled to announce our return to small-balance commercial mortgage origination. Thank you for...
13
Oct
Coral Gables, FL – October 13, 2020 – Silver Hill Funding, LLC (Silver Hill), a national small-balance commercial mortgage lender,...
08
Apr
We are now living in scary, uncertain times—Covid-19 has wreaked havoc on not only our nation’s health, but also our...
20
Mar
On Instagram, you rack up the likes based on your photo content. Twitter is where you can forever rant on...
09
Mar
Competition is fierce and professionals in every industry are essentially required to have more robust repertoires in order to succeed...
22
Jan
The start of a new year is typically a time for self-reflection. How can we improve this year? What changes...
18
Nov
Want to know how the commercial loan transaction process works at Silver Hill Funding, LLC? Let’s break it down step...
18
Oct
Commercial mortgage brokers have a wide variety of options available to them when trying to secure funding for their clients....
08
Oct
Fact is, there’s never been a better time to close small-balance commercial loans with Silver Hill Funding, LLC. The key...
16
Aug
Are you a residential mortgage broker considering commercial lending? Adding commercial real estate loans to your product offering can be...
09
Aug
Despite what the more cynical pros may say, we don’t win or lose business purely on rate. We work with...
29
Jul
Want to get ahead in this highly competitive small-balance commercial mortgage industry? You’ll need to properly market yourself in order...
26
Jul
Have a question about the small-balance commercial mortgage industry? Interested in sourcing more leads or diversifying your product offering? Our...
11
Jul
Want to get ahead in this highly competitive small-balance commercial mortgage industry? You’ll need to properly market yourself in order...
02
Jul
The majority of today’s traditional commercial mortgage lenders will require applicants to provide their tax returns as a basis for...
27
Jun
It’s simple: commercial mortgage originators looking to succeed in today’s market must communicate well. Networking with professionals in the field...
18
Jun
When advising clients on loan options, there are many considerations commercial mortgage brokers need to keep in mind. Finding your...
28
May
Your commercial mortgage clients are faced with a dizzying choice of loans and products when it comes to financing —...
10
May
We’ve noticed an interesting trend in 2019. This year, half of our commercial lending webinar attendees have described themselves as...
03
May
It’s no secret that SBA loans can serve as an incredibly attractive financing option for small businesses that are trying...
02
May
In our new series, we’ll help you create a winning commercial mortgage content marketing strategy from the ground up –...
10
Apr
Originators ask us plenty of questions about small-balance commercial loans and business strategies they can implement to close more deals....
27
Mar
Any experienced commercial loan originator knows that lender’s typically offer terms of 5 or 7 years for commercial loans. In...
31
Jan
Experienced commercial mortgage originators know that the best loan solution for a borrower isn’t the one with the lowest interest...
27
Dec
Our goal throughout the year is to share insight and tips to help you optimize your marketing strategies and close...
12
Nov
Ask any experienced mortgage originator. The key to generating more revenue with small-balance commercial mortgages is to develop the ability...
10
Oct
Whether it’s during a webinar presentation or a one-on-one call with a Silver Hill Regional Manager, brokers come to us...
25
Sep
Now that you know how to collect quantitative data from your existing customer database, your next step in creating your...
07
Sep
As a commercial real estate broker and a business owner, you are always meeting and interacting with new customers. A...
23
Aug
Gaining a deep understanding of the business owners or investors who comprise your client base not only helps you better...
20
Jul
When your client approaches you with the decision to apply for a small-balance commercial mortgage, they look to you to...
12
Jul
The Silver Hill Low Rate Program is our solution for your most credit-worthy commercial real estate investors and business owners....
22
Jun
Commercial mortgage brokers ask us questions all the time. Some questions are geared toward a specific deal. Others are general...
26
Apr
Identifying the best lending option for your clients can be a difficult process. We at Silver Hill want to make...
08
Mar
If you’re thinking about partnering with Silver Hill on your next small-balance commercial mortgage transaction, you’ll want to know what...
16
Feb
Educating prospective borrowers is an integral facet of any commercial mortgage broker’s job. Business owners and investors rely on brokers...
01
Feb
Quick question – how many mortgage conferences are you scheduled to attend this year? Chances are you’ve already registered for...
11
Jan
Originators who close small-balance commercial mortgage deals understand the value of diversifying one’s product offerings. Those looking for another wrinkle...
22
Dec
With so many lending options in today’s commercial mortgage market, it can be difficult to know where to submit every...
28
Nov
This just in: Silver Hill Funding, LLC is launching a new program to help originators provide financing solutions for borrowers...
21
Nov
In part 1 of this series, we listed some of the main reasons investors and business owners are denied commercial...
16
Nov
Banks typically offer the lowest rates and most attractive terms to those who meet their requirements. The problem is that...
01
Nov
If you regularly take on speaking engagements or host webinar presentations, you’ll know the feeling. You’re about to launch into...
28
Sep
“Where do brokers go to find small-balance commercial mortgage leads?” Residential mortgage originators typically ask some variation of this question...
01
Sep
Commercial mortgages backed by the Small Business Administration (SBA) are an attractive option for business owners because of their low...
03
Aug
The next big thing for your mortgage origination business could be smaller than you think. Owner-occupied commercial mortgages present a...
14
Jul
Twitter is designed for conversation – between friends, colleagues, and even organizations. So why then are so many of them...
31
May
If you’re actively marketing your mortgage origination business online, chances are you have a LinkedIn account. But are you maximizing...
18
May
In order to keep your client happy and the transaction on track, it’s crucial for you to manage expectations and...
27
Apr
The great Albert Einstein once said, “Try not to become a man of success, but rather try to become a...
30
Mar
Silver Hill Funding runs monthly webinars on small-balance commercial mortgage topics, and over time we’ve received tons of questions from...
15
Mar
It can be difficult enough to choose the best lending solution from the traditional banks, agencies, hard money options, and...
14
Feb
Is your commitment to quick closings keeping you from creating lifelong client relationships? In today’s competitive mortgage industry, many originators...
10
Jan
When you add small-balance commercial mortgages to your product offering, you create more opportunities to close deals and grow your...
27
Dec
“The party is over.” It’s a sentiment lenders across the nation are hearing from brokers who have experienced recent success...
29
Nov
Many small-business owners and investors looking for a small-balance commercial mortgage are under significant time restraints - they need to...
15
Nov
Whether you’re attempting to reach referral sources like lawyers and accountants or a niche like non-bank investor groups, you have...
25
Oct
Does this situation sound familiar? Jeff owns a self-storage business and is looking to refinance the mortgage on his property....
13
Oct
As a small-balance commercial broker, you have an opportunity to grow your business by leveraging your most important asset: yourself!...
27
Sep
Thousands of business owners and investors across the country have a pressing need for a small-balance commercial mortgage. If your...
22
Sep
Commercial borrowers have specific needs that must be correctly identified and matched to the right mortgage program. Some of these...
13
Sep
Have you ever heard a marketing expert talk about the importance of “getting your name out there?” In the commercial...
30
Aug
As a commercial broker, you realize it is not all about the rate. Your clients may think it is, and...
23
Aug
Borrowers looking for financing options for their automotive properties can sometimes have a hard time finding the right lender to...
10
Aug
First impressions can easily make or break a relationship. These days, first impressions are more likely to occur online—not during...
27
Jul
A lender expects that a broker has a complete picture of a transaction before submitting a small-balance commercial financing request....
27
May
Residential professionals often tell us they would broker commercial loans if they didn’t believe the process to be complex and...
12
May
One of the most interesting aspects of commercial real estate lending is the fact that every client has a different...
27
Apr
Traditional lenders in today’s market often require borrowers to provide their last two years' tax returns to be approved for...
14
Apr
In the final segment of our social media advice for brokers, you’ll learn the importance of utilizing additional tools to...
30
Mar
If you remember our blog post about reduced documentation programs, then you may recall our borrower Danielle. To jog your...
01
Mar
We all know first impressions are important in the business world. It’s why we dress up for job interviews and...
17
Feb
Do you ever get those solicitation emails from social media gurus? The ones that invite you to pay big bucks...
01
Feb
Stop me if you’ve heard this one before. Your borrower owns a mixed-use building and has a 30-year mortgage with...
08
Jan
As you grow your commercial trade, you will want to add several lender types to your “stable” to be able...
01
Dec
When it comes to small-balance commercial loan opportunities, gathering the right information from borrowers up front helps to qualify the...
23
Nov
Ready, set, go! Your plan is in place, you’ve positioned yourself to diversify by offering small-balance commercial loans, and now...
13
Nov
You are convinced that small-balance commercial real estate loans present a good opportunity to diversify your business. Now, you might...
30
Oct
Opportunity. When it knocks, are you prepared? If you are a mortgage broker seeking an opportunity, here's a knock worth...
25
Aug
You heard it here first: Silver Hill is bringing back smart, small-balance commercial mortgage lending. After much planning and preparation,...