Resources for National Lenders

Attorneys representing national lenders must consider various issues, including the loan origination process, commitment letters, the business structure of borrowers, state-specific compliance issues, as well as local practices for loan closings. Use this resource kit to access links to practice notes, videos, templates, and checklists for documenting and closing commercial real estate loans in various states.

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• Acquisition Loan Term Sheet (Commercial Real Estate, Fixed Rate) (Pro-Lender)
  Use this lender-friendly acquisition loan term sheet template for fixed interest rate commercial real estate financings.

• Acquisition Loan Agreements
  Review this practice note discussing acquisition loans (which lenders make to borrowers to finance the acquisition of land and improvements) and acquisition loan agreements (which memorialize the material terms and conditions of the loan transaction).

• Closing and Other Ancillary Documents Required for Commercial Real Estate Purchase and Sale Transactions
  Read this practice note on required closing documents in commercial real estate purchase and sale transactions, including the FIRPTA certificate, Form 1099-S, a schedule of closing adjustments and payments, a notice to tenants regarding the sale of the property, an assignment of letter of credit, and a post-closing guaranty.

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