Distressed Real Estate During the Pandemic: The Importance of Pre-Negotiation Agreements for Borrowers and Lenders

The coronavirus pandemic is resulting in a wave of forbearances and workouts. A frequent first step is the pre-negotiation agreement. In “Distressed Real Estate During the Pandemic: The Importance of Pre-Negotiation Agreements for Borrowers and Lenders,” colleague Caroline A. Harcourt addresses that a good PNA should be quickly negotiated but carefully considered, getting both parties to substantive negotiations quickly. A PNA should not alter the status quo. Instead, it should ensure that the parties can share information and freely discuss terms.