Commercial loan modification options are available for most but not all properties. In general, there are more properties which qualify than ones that don't. Properties which are usually NOT considered acceptable for loan modification include:
ALL Property Outside the USA
Undeveloped Properties, Including but not Limited to:
Raw or entitled land or tracts Lot loans Construction sites Projects under development or rehabilitation projects
Properties Financed under the Following Programs:
SBA financed properties (including 504 and 7(a)) USDA financed properties (particularly B&I programs) Non real estate secured loans (including SBA, 7(a) and FFE)
Most Dealerships, Including:
Auto Boat RV Motorcycle
Shared Properties such as Timeshares or Condo-Tels
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Businesses which have filed for bankruptcy are not eligible; also, individuals who have filed bankruptcy and included business holdings in the bankruptcy are ineligible. Bankruptcy places an automatic 'stay' on all aspects of the business. Certain state specific exclusions may also apply: In New Jersey, multi family properties consisting of 6 units or less are not eligible for commercial loan modification regardless of ownership title.
In Florida, commercial properties held in the name of entities (Corp., LLP, LLC, etc) only are eligible; properties held as a sole proprietor, by in joint tenancy, community property or tenants in common are not eligible for commercial loan modification.
Other properties only approved on a case by case basis include:
Entertainment venues, such as amusement or theme parks, sporting facilities and arenas, or adult entertainment structures with interior non-structural poles
Recreational areas, including RV parks, campgrounds, marinas, golf courses and retreats
Miscellaneous properties including vacant or agricultural properties or those owned by real estate, mortgage, finance, title or escrow companies
Properties which DO qualify for commercial loan modification include many types of income producing and business related properties, as well as many owned by tax free or non-profit organizations.
Examples of eligible properties are as follows:
Retail Properties
Groceries, markets and gas stations (including those with convenience stores) Anchored and unanchored retail centers Car washes and auto service/repair stations Bowling alleys Mini-storage units Nursery/greenhouses
Industrial Properties:
Light, medium or heavy industrial facilities Warehouses / manufacturing Industrial condos Multi-use properties
Hospitality, Food Service and Office Properties
Flagged and un-flagged hospitality Restaurants Cafeterias Bars/saloons Catering Office buildings or individual office space
Income Producing Residential Properties:
Single tenant properties and most multi-family units consisting of 5 or more units Mobil home parks Mixed use properties (residential/commercial)
Health and Care Related Facilities:
Hospitals and hospices Medical clinics and dental offices Health spas Daycares Assisted living centers or nursing homes Funeral homes
Religious, Educational and Charitable
Churches, mosques, synagogues or temples Schools and other educational facilities 501(c)3 not-for-profit owned properties
There are several possible ways to implement commercial loan modification. Depending on the property and individual circumstances, one or more of the following solutions may be offered:
More time to pay via extensions or refinancing:
Term extensions (maximum 5 year balloon) Cash advances for tenant improvements or completion of rehabilitation of property Conversion from adjustable rate to fixed long term amortization Short term refinance authorization followed by new financing
Reductions in the amount owed or forgiveness for a portion of the debt:
Interest rate Convert to interest only payments for short time periods (up to 2-3 yrs) Principal balance
Cancellation of extra fees or penalties:
Prepayment Lock-out Defeasance Yield maintenance Late fees
The chance to walk away through relinquishment of the property
Short sale authorization Deed in lieu of Cash for keys
Commercial loan modification generally takes 45-90+ days to complete (from date of submission). All transactions are handled professionally through 'special servicing', 'master servicing' or 'special asset' units. These units have extended authority which allows them to streamline and expedite loan modification requests.