Commercial real estate lending in the credit union industry once again has traction.

Most credit unions that close commercial real estate loans were not likely closing them 10 years ago, and clearly not closing them 15 years ago – and regardless, had a hiatus following the financial crisis in 2007-2008 and the Great Recession years that followed.

But today most credit unions want commercial real estate loans on their books. This requires talented and experienced loan officers, underwriters, closers and legal counsel.

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