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Andrew LaSalla
Andrew LaSalla II is one of the most trusted financial consultants in the residential and commercial lending business. With over seven years of of property loan underwriting experience, Andrew's sole focus is helping clients successfully navigate complex financial laws, terms, rules, paperwork, and transactions necessary to secure loans for new construction, purchase, or refinancing of multifamily, healthcare, affordable housing and student housing properties. Whether it's HUD, FHA, or MAP loans, Andrew is committed to tailoring financial solutions for every client he serves.
Navigating Multifamily Financing: Understanding Fannie Mae Loans
Understanding Fannie Mae loans is crucial for multifamily investors. Fannie Mae plays a significant role in multifamily investing, providing access to highly competitive interest rates and flexible loan terms that may not be available elsewhere. By understanding their programs, investors can secure financing for projects efficiently. Let's look more into Fannie Mae loans and how they can benefit you in 2024.
Multifamily Investing Outlook for 2024
The good news is that rents and occupancies are expected to remain stable as residents stay put, keeping rents elevated. Investors in 2024 should look to buy projects that are mismanaged, not appropriately maintained, and underperforming. Investors will look to purchase these multifamily apartments at below replacement cost and inject capital for capital improvements to justify increasing the rents and attracting new renters to increase occupancy.
What is a Fannie Mae Loan?
The Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA), known as Fannie Mae, is more than just a publicly traded corporation. It's a key player in the housing market, backed by the federal government.
For over 80 years, Fannie Mae has played a crucial role in boosting the availability of mortgages. It achieves this by guaranteeing mortgages through investments called mortgage-backed securities (MBS). These MBS act like attractive packages for investors, injecting much-needed liquidity into the mortgage market.
What does this mean for you? If you're looking to invest in Multifamily Affordable Housing, Seniors Housing, Student Housing, or Manufactured Housing Communities, Fannie Mae loan programs could be the key to unlocking your goals. These programs offer flexible loan terms with predictable payments for stabilized and conventional properties with a minimum of five units.
Multifamily Financing
There are a few considerations regarding Fannie Mae and multifamily financing new investors should be aware of.
- Fannie Mae offers non-recourse apartment loans with fixed interest rates and Loan-To-Values up to 80%.
- For investors and borrowers to get approved for Fannie Mae multifamily financing, the borrower needs to have prior experience owning or managing multifamily projects similar in size and scope to the suggested purchase.
- Potential investors must have excellent credit and be strong financially.
- Multifamily investors often receive higher rates of returns than most other forms of real estate investments.
- Return on Investment (ROI) is the profit an investor receives compared to the amount they invest. A good ROI for a multifamily apartment can range between 12% and 20%.
Important Factors for Successful Fannie Mae
Fannie Mae's offerings can be a valuable investment for any multifamily investor seeking to navigate the market effectively. To avoid pitfalls and achieve your goals, keep these factors in mind:
- Investors must consider the property condition, current occupancy, tenant retention history, market conditions, and interest rates. These factors all contribute to and affect the return on investment.
- The net income is calculated by taking the annual rental income and deducting the yearly expenses associated with the project.
- Prior to speaking with a broker or lender regarding a refinance or purchase using a Fannie Mae loan product, there are some essential items that you should gather. These items include:
- Trailing 12 months operating statements
- Current rent roll
- The most recent mortgage statement
- Resumes of sponsors with over 25% ownership
- Previous multifamily and agency experience.
Fannie Mae & LSG Lending Advisors
As you embark on your multifamily investment journey, remember understanding Fannie Mae is just the first step. If you're new to multifamily investing, it can come with unexpected twists and turns, new challenges, and fantastic opportunities. With LSG Lending Advisors, our expert guidance, and an unwavering commitment to your needs, you can make 2024 goals a reality. Contact us today for a consultation on your next multifamily investment.