Environmental contaminants can open both borrowers and lenders to liability while also decreasing property value. Lenders require environmental due diligence to be performed to limit liability under protections such as CERCLA.
In this American Association of Private Lenders Magazine issue (AAPL), Kathryn Peacock discusses due diligence for lender underwriting, the types of assessments available, and the financial impact of Environmental Contamination.
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PDF Link: Making Sense of Environmental Due Diligence – Private Lender Magazine (2023 Q2)

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As PFAS continue to reshape the construction risk landscape, lenders that proactively integrate PFAS considerations into underwriting, due diligence, and loan structuring are better positioned to manage uncertainty and protect collateral value.

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In this Globe St. article, Brett Hayes discusses how sellers who complete due diligence before going to market can reduce re-trades and keep deals moving forward.

October 22, 2025
For commercial real estate professionals, California Assembly Bill 130 (AB 130 Housing) represents a tangible win for project efficiency and investment confidence. By streamlining the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) process, the legislation helps remove long-standing entitlement delays that have historically slowed housing development and constrained capital deployment. The result is faster approvals, clearer timelines, and greater predictability in project execution — key advantages for developers, lenders, and investors delivering much needed housing stock in the region.




