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Gifford West of loan sale advisor DebtX argues lenders should begin to shed troubled loans before the problem becomes too big.

Loan distress is brewing, banks are playing it safe and alternative lenders are aiming to make gains in the market.

With less than two weeks to go, we urge you to send your submissions for Real Estate Capital’s annual recognition of the European property debt market’s best performers.

Although many lenders have scaled back their activities considerably, some see property credit as an enticing opportunity in a dislocated market.

The investment manager said long leases on the office building and supermarket which secure the loan were among its reasons for agreeing to the transaction.

Real Estate Capital is calling for submissions for 35 categories in this year’s awards. To help us compile our shortlists, we want to hear your highlights from a tough year.

The US real estate big hitter has struck a deal to take on Swiss manager GAM’s European property debt business.

The London-based manager, which has begun investing its sixth and seventh credit vehicles, says covid-19 has forced sponsors to adapt their strategies.

Europe’s real estate debt providers have become more selective about what they are prepared to lend against.

The report, authored by the business school formerly known as Cass, reveals new UK lending dropped 34% to £15.5bn in H1 2020.