Jardine, based in Dallas, joins the firm from Deutsche Bank, where he was a director and senior loan originator.
Fitch data shows headwinds have not deterred the overall pace, despite market uncertainty.
There is largely a sense the commercial real estate debt markets are in a better position today to weather a possible storm than in the run-up to the global financial crisis.
The Bridge Investment Group subsidiary has closed 21 logistics deals since its launch seven months ago.
The debt markets have shown signs of life in recent weeks. Is it sustainable?
Lenders and borrowers are still making deals despite mounting concerns over the cost of capital and economic stagnation, according to George Smith Partners’ Gary Mozer.
The Charlotte-based manager is seeing banks and other traditional lenders hesitate amid volatility, but it is confident in its ability to line up debt.
The manager will use the financing, arranged by Eastern Union, to acquire regional shopping centers in Ohio, New York and beyond.
While the long-predicted Great Return has not yet transpired, the office specialist is seeing an uptick in people returning to the office.
The Dutch bank will look at more green lending opportunities in sectors such as multifamily, student housing, logistics, retail and life sciences.