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Leveraging our CMHC expertise, broad product portfolio, diverse specialists and responsiveness, we’ve blazed trails in financing new rental construction, general construction and burgeoning real estate businesses.

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At First National, we approach what we do from the people perspective. We’re not just lenders. We’re passionate about the business of commercial real estate and our clients, the people who drive it.

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Latest resources and insights

Original perspectives and personal viewpoints on developments and industry trends in commercial real estate.

Growth, Value and Risk

CMHC announces changes in premium rates effective June 19, 2023

Canada’s national housing agency issued a bulletin advising of increasing premium rates for multi-unit properties.

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Expert insights

A First National Q1 update

First National issued its first quarter financial results last Friday. As is my practice, I am pleased to provide this summary along with updated thoughts on the outlook for commercial property financing.

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Borrower perspectives

Borrower Perspectives: Judy Leung, Chief Financial Officer, Westbank

We spoke to Judy about the changes she’s seeing in the industry, Westbank’s focus on executing with excellence and why she values First National’s ability to balance an entrepreneurial spirit with the necessary rigour.

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Capital Markets update

Market Commentary: Higher for longer, again?

Paul Uffelmann, Director, Capital Markets, provides a current overview of the markets.

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Why clients choose and recommend us

From the sophistication of our entrepreneurial culture to how we engage with and execute for clients – why we’ve earned the trusted recommendations of our borrower clients.

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The synergy of our structure and culture enables advisors to innovate purposefully and execute decisively on smart risk solutions that get you to your goals.

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