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**Federal Reserve Survey Reports Increased Demand for Commercial Real Estate Loans**
Banks have observed a rise in demand for commercial real estate (CRE) lending, according to the Federal Reserve’s January/February 2026 Senior Loan Officer Opinion Survey.
The report indicates that “moderate and modest net shares of banks” experienced stronger demand for loans secured by nonfarm nonresidential properties and for construction and land development loans. Meanwhile, demand for loans on multifamily properties remained relatively unchanged.
The survey further revealed that, among large banks, demand for all categories of CRE loans increased. This trend was also largely mirrored by foreign banks participating in the survey.
During the fourth quarter of 2025, a modest net share of banks reported easing lending standards for multifamily property loans. In contrast, lending standards remained essentially unchanged for both construction and land development loans, as well as for loans secured by nonfarm nonresidential properties. However, the Federal Reserve noted discrepancies based on the size of the banks—larger institutions tended to ease their lending standards overall, while smaller banks reported a tightening of loan standards.
These findings point to a continued shift in the commercial lending landscape, driven by sustained interest in CRE investment and development.
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