Stephen Sanders: The Calm in the Chaos of Distressed Assets

When deals go bad, few people have the perspective and calm that Stephen Sanders brings to the table. With 40 years in the real estate industry, Stephen has weathered multiple economic cycles and today leads a national distressed asset group at Stewart Title.

In this episode, Bruce Bean and Stephen dive deep into how lenders, investors, and institutions are navigating the growing wave of distressed properties. From foreclosures and note sales to receiverships and bankruptcy sales, Stephen explains the strategies banks use to avoid taking properties back and how savvy investors can uncover opportunities.

You’ll also hear Stephen’s take on:

• How the savings & loan crisis shaped his early career

• Why today’s distressed cycle looks different from the past

• The impact of interest rates and the “wall of maturities” coming due

• How the pandemic changed office space and construction demand

• Where opportunities exist for investors with patience and capital

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