Ed's Blog

WOW! Is all I have to say about the Commercial Lending Conference that Smith Craine Finance held last week in South San Francisco.

With more than 500 attendees from all corners of the country packing the conference rooms at the South San Francisco Convention Center, one theme resonated louder than any other:

The Real Estate Industry is unquestionably, alive and kicking!

The sheer volume of professionals, who chose to come and listen to some of the most innovative speakers in the commercial lending industry, is in itself, impressive. But what it even more extraordinary than the turnout, is the message that it conveys...

Despite dismal housing reports updated in the media daily, and the beating that the housing and lending industries have endured of late; people still recognize the value in investing in Real Estate.

While it’s no shock that so many people find real estate investing appealing, (as historically speaking, long term real estate investments have always been a smart financial decision) it was certainly validating to know that not even the gloom and doom reports can suppress the entrepreneurial spirit of real estate investors. We are still thinking of the future!

I’ve said it before, but it bears repeating now. The key to investing successfully- whether in commercial properties, mixed use, or residential properties- is a commitment to a long term investment plan.

It was incredible to see that more than 500 of my colleagues agree.

If you’re in the Phoenix area on November 1^st, 2007, be sure to attend our next Commercial Lending Conference. Regardless of whether you’re new to commercial, or a seasoned commercial pro, you’ll certainly catch the commercial investment fever, just as we all did in San Francisco.

Looking forward to seeing you there!