Commercial Mortgage Underwriting Problem Solving Masterclass

Your Guide to Structuring, Evaluating, and Closing Successful Commercial Loans

What you'll learn

Aspiring Underwriters & Finance Students – If you’re new to the field or looking to transition into commercial mortgage underwriting, this course provides a sol

Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners – If you plan to purchase a commercial property for your business, understanding the underwriting process will help you se

Commercial Real Estate Agents & Brokers – Understand how underwriting works so you can better assist clients with financing options.

Loan Officers & Loan Processors – Gain a deeper understanding of underwriting principles to process and approve loans more effectively.

Commercial Mortgage Underwriters – Improve your ability to analyze, structure, and approve complex commercial loan applications with confidence.

Real Estate Investors & Developers – Learn how lenders evaluate commercial deals so you can structure stronger loan applications and secure better financing.

Mortgage Brokers – Increase your knowledge of underwriting guidelines to help clients secure commercial financing successfully.

Bankers & Financial Professionals – Enhance your ability to assess risk and structure loans that meet institutional lending requirements.

Credit Analysts & Risk Analysts – Strengthen your ability to assess borrower creditworthiness and property performance in commercial lending.

Requirements

English

Students eager to learn

Description

Have you ever struggled to structure a commercial mortgage loan, evaluate debt service coverage, or solve complex underwriting challenges?Whether you’re an experienced underwriter, loan processor, or loan officer looking to refine your skills—or a newcomer wanting to break into commercial mortgage underwriting—this course is designed to equip you with the expertise needed to navigate complex loan scenarios with confidence.What You’ll Learn in This CourseThis course is packed with practical knowledge, real-world case studies, and hands-on solutions to underwriting challenges, including:Mastering Key Underwriting Metrics – Understand and calculate DSCR, LTV, NOI, and CAP rates effectively.Analyzing Complex Loan Scenarios – Work through real-world underwriting problems, from SBA loans to mixed-use properties.Structuring Creative Loan Solutions – Learn how to navigate seller-paid closing costs, bridge loans, and seller financing.Evaluating Risk and Loan Viability – Identify and mitigate underwriting red flags before they become deal-breakers.Using Templates & Tools – Get access to underwriting templates and checklists to streamline your process.Negotiating Loan Terms – Gain insight into structuring deals that benefit both lenders and borrowers.By the end of this course, you’ll not only understand how to assess commercial mortgage loans effectively but also gain the problem-solving skills to handle even the trickiest underwriting challenges.Who This Course Is ForThis course is ideal for:Commercial Mortgage Underwriters – Enhance your ability to analyze and approve complex loans.Loan Officers & Processors – Gain a deeper understanding of underwriting principles to improve your loan approvals.Real Estate Investors – Learn how lenders evaluate your deals so you can structure stronger loan applications.Aspiring Underwriters – If you’re looking to start a career in commercial mortgage underwriting, this course provides a strong foundation.Financial Professionals – Bankers, brokers, and finance professionals who work with commercial real estate lending.Any one looking to learn about commercial loans!Meet Your InstructorThis course is taught by Joe Correa, President and CEO of Finibi Mortgage with years of expertise in structuring, analyzing, and solving complex commercial and residential loan scenarios. Having worked with lenders, investors, and financial institutions, Joe Correa brings real-world insights and proven strategies to help you succeed in the underwriting industry.30-Day Money-Back GuaranteeThis course will provide immense value to your career and includes a 30-day money-back guarantee. Enroll with confidence and start learning risk-free.Ready to Master Commercial Mortgage Underwriting?Don’t let underwriting challenges hold you back! Join now and take the next step toward becoming a highly skilled commercial mortgage underwriter.Click the "Enroll Now" button to get started today!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction to commercial underwriting problem solving

Lecture 1 Welcome to this course!

Lecture 2 Course introduction and salary potential for commercial mortgage underwriting

Lecture 3 Why is problem solving is necessary in the mortgage world

Lecture 4 What is debt service coverage ratio and how the calculation is performed

Lecture 5 Common pitfalls when financing commercial loans

Lecture 6 Lets begin with commercial real estate loan scenario 1: Retail building purchase

Lecture 7 Commercial real estate loan scenario 2: Multi-tenant office building investor

Lecture 8 Commercial real estate loan scenario 3: E-commerce entreprenuer

Lecture 9 A quick interruption to the course

Lecture 10 Commercial real estate loan scenario 4: Purchase a boutique hotel in Las Vegas

Lecture 11 Commercial real estate loan scenario 5: A 50 unit apartment complex purchase

Section 2: Intermediate difficulty level commercial underwriting problems and solutions

Lecture 12 Commercial real estate loan scenario 6: Mixed-use property purchase

Lecture 13 Commercial real estate loan scenario 7: Refinance a 30 unit office building

Lecture 14 Commercial real estate loan scenario 8: Houston refi for a mixed-use property

Lecture 15 Commercial real estate loan scenario 9: Refinance a 40 unit apartment complex

Lecture 16 Commercial real estate loan scenario 10: Small retail strip center purchase

Lecture 17 Commercial real estate loan scenario 11: Purchase a vacant office building

Section 3: Advanced commercial underwriting problems and solutions

Lecture 18 Commercial real estate loan scenario 12: Retail strip center purchase

Lecture 19 Commercial real estate loan scenario 13: A 10 story tower purchase

Lecture 20 Commercial real estate loan scenario 14: Refi & pay off existing high interest

Lecture 21 Commercial real estate loan scenario 15: Acquire a distressed 80 room hotel

Lecture 22 Congratulations on completing this course!

How to Calculate and Interpret Key Underwriting Metrics – Master Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR), Loan-to-Value (LTV), Net Operating Income (NOI), and Capitalization Rates (Cap Rate).,Problem-Solving for Complex Loan Scenarios – Learn how to handle underwriting challenges like seller-financed deals, mixed-use properties, and high-vacancy risks.,How to Assess Loan Viability – Evaluate whether a commercial property generates enough income to support its debt obligations.,Understanding Different Loan Types – Gain insight into bridge loans, conventional commercial loans, and non-recourse financing.,How to Structure Creative Financing Solutions – Work with seller-paid closing costs, second mortgages, and alternative financing options.,Loan Risk Assessment and Mitigation Strategies – Detect potential risks in commercial loan applications and learn how to offset them.,How to Underwrite Special Property Types – Analyze financing for multifamily, office buildings, retail centers, hotels, and mixed-use developments.,How to Use Underwriting Templates and Checklists – Streamline your loan evaluations with industry-standard tools.,Negotiation Strategies for Better Loan Terms – Learn how to structure deals that work for both lenders and borrowers.