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Deconstruct

Inside the workout room with Iron Hound's Rob Verrone

Oct 28, 2024
Rob Verrone, founder of Ironhound Management, specializes in loan workouts for distressed CMBS debt. He shares insights on navigating the complexities of loan modifications during defaults, shedding light on the dynamics between borrowers and servicers. The conversation reveals the challenges faced by struggling asset classes, like malls and offices, and the critical need for quick deal closures. Verrone also discusses how anticipated interest rate changes could impact refinancing strategies, emphasizing that not all market issues are resolved through cuts.
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  • Collaboration between special servicers and borrowers is essential for negotiating viable solutions in complex commercial mortgage workouts.
  • The rising number of loans needing special servicing, due to economic uncertainties, highlights the critical need for creative and effective workout strategies.

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Understanding Special Servicing

Special servicing plays a crucial role when a borrower defaults on a commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) loan. When loans transition to this process, they often involve a myriad of stakeholders, making negotiations complex. The special servicer represents a pool of bondholders and works closely with a workout professional to restructure loan terms. This collaborative approach aims at finding solutions that keep borrowers in their properties while addressing the financial needs of all parties involved.

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