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May 21, 2008

MBA releases new commercial/multifamily property inspection formMortgagePress.comMBA, commercial inspection form, multifamily inspection form, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) has announced the completion and implementation of a new commercial/multifamily real estate property inspection form for various property types including Office, Retail, Multifamily, Healthcare, Lodging and Industrial. The updated inspection form already has industry-wide adoption by servicers for all funding sources including Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The form will not be used by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). "The new property inspection form is a major step forward for the commercial/multifamily industry as it will result in a more streamlined, accurate, and standardized inspection process while also reinforcing the importance of timely maintenance which is key to preserving property value," said Jan Sternin, MBA's senior vice president of Commercial/Multifamily. In June 2000, MBA released the first industry-accepted commercial real estate property inspection form. For eight years the original form has served as an industry tool to ensure accurate and effective inspections of the property. The introduction of the new form reinforces the same standards while expanding industry adoption to include Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Additionally, this 2008 form takes advantage of electronic data management and is MISMO compliant. This enhanced form has been released recognizing the increasing importance of monitoring commercial/multifamily real estate and what the servicers and investors need for property performance information. MBA spearheaded an industry committee tasked with enhancing the original inspection form. The committee reviewed over 300 suggestions and proposed changes. MBA obtained feedback from its members, the Commercial Mortgage Securities Association (CMSA), industry constituents and Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. A MISMO working group representative also participated on the committee to ensure that the MISMO data directory was incorporated in the current inspection form. "I enjoyed working with a diverse, very experienced working group," said Clare Dooley, SVP of Capmark Financing Inc. and co-chair of the working group. "We believe the new inspection form and reference guide will allow for standardized use and compliance across the industry. In fact, Capmark has already started to use the form for some of its clients." To view the new commercial/multifamily property inspection form and reference guide, click here. For more informaiton, visit www.mortgagebankers.org.
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