Freddie Mac Multifamily

The Top 10 Freddie Mac Optigo Multifamily Lenders of 2021

The Top 10 Freddie Mac Optigo Multifamily Lenders of 2021

Freddie Mac issued $70 billion of multifamily loans in 2021 via its network of licensed Optigo lenders. Some of the top lenders for that year included Berkadia Commercial Mortgage, CBRE Multifamily Capital, JLL Real Estate Capital, and Walker & Dunlop.

Freddie Mac Mixed-Use Property Guidelines

Freddie Mac Mixed-Use Property Guidelines

Freddie Mac allows mixed-used properties, provided that the property’s commercial income does not exceed 25% of the property’s gross income. In contrast, Fannie Mae requires that no more than 20% of a building’s net rental space be allocated for commercial purposes and that no more than 20% of a property’s effective gross income comes from commercial space.

What are the Minimum Occupancy Requirements for Freddie Mac Multifamily Loans?

What are the Minimum Occupancy Requirements for Freddie Mac Multifamily Loans?

The minimum occupancy requirements for Freddie Mac multifamily loans vary by loan type but are typically 90% occupancy for 90 days before loan closing.