Refinance Commercial Mortgage

Unique local underwriting norms and timing windows per state/property

Last updated 8/18/20256 min readE-E-A-T: RefiRadar Editorial, Research

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Base rate snapshot
6.29%
Trend: Rising
Volatility score: 100
Last change: 200 bps
Updated: 8/18/2025, 12:00:00 AM

Rates reflect macro benchmarks (e.g., Treasuries, SOFR) plus property spreads. Use alerts instead of averages to time decisions.

DSCR examples (illustrative)

Sample DSCR scenario (example only)
MetricValue
Loan Amount$5,000,000
Rate Used8.54%
Term300 months
Monthly Payment$40,396
Annual NOI (assumed)$650,000
DSCR (example)1.34
Numbers are illustrative. Use your actual NOI and debt terms.

Lender comparison

Lender comparison
LenderProsCons
Banks
  • Relationship‑driven
  • Flexible structure
  • Exposure limits
  • DSCR floors
Debt funds
  • Higher proceeds
  • Speed
  • Pricing premium
  • More covenants
Life companies
  • Attractive coupons for core
  • Conservative leverage
  • Selective by asset type

Frequently asked questions

FAQs
When to refinance?
Answer varies by lender and market context. Use the rate snapshot and DSCR examples as a starting point, then obtain quotes.
What DSCR is required?
Answer varies by lender and market context. Use the rate snapshot and DSCR examples as a starting point, then obtain quotes.
How do lender types compare?
Answer varies by lender and market context. Use the rate snapshot and DSCR examples as a starting point, then obtain quotes.

Glossary

Glossary
  • DSCRDebt Service Coverage Ratio: NOI divided by annual debt service.
  • LTVLoan-to-Value: loan amount divided by appraised value.
  • SOFRSecured Overnight Financing Rate, a floating-rate benchmark.
  • PrepaymentPenalty or cost for paying off a loan prior to maturity.
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