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Lightning Docs is a proprietary cloud-based software which produces business purpose mortgage loan documents nationally. As a Real Estate Finance Attorney and Partner at Fortra Law, the nation’s largest private lending law firm, Mr. Daghbandan has unique expertise in understanding the needs of private mortgage lenders. Mr. Daghbandan has been recognized by his peers in the legal community as a Super Lawyers® Rising Star from 2016-2022. Only 2.5% of attorneys receive this distinction. He also received a perfect 10/10 rating from attorney review site AVVO®.
Articles by Nema Daghbandan, Esq. (11)
Trends & AnalysisSponsored by Lightning Docs7 min read
September brought renewed growth to private lending despite rising benchmark rates. Bridge loan transactions increased 13% year-over-year, driven by ground-up construction and fix-and-flip activity, while DSCR lending reached a new…
By Nema Daghbandan, Esq.
Trends & AnalysisSponsored by Lightning Docs6 min read Premium
Lightning Docs’ August 2026 report reveals slowing Bridge and DSCR growth, rising rates, and Ground-Up Construction emerging as a key growth driver.
By Nema Daghbandan, Esq.
Trends & AnalysisSponsored by Lightning Docs6 min read Premium
Bridge rates fell below 10% for the first time since June 2022, while DSCR lending reached an all-time monthly volume high on Lightning Docs.
By Nema Daghbandan, Esq.
Trends & AnalysisSponsored by Lightning Docs6 min read Premium
June 2026 marked the busiest month ever recorded on Lightning Docs, with private lending reaching a record 7,606 transactions.
By Nema Daghbandan, Esq.
Trends & AnalysisSponsored by Lightning Docs6 min read Premium
Private lending demand remained strong in May 2026, with over 6,500 loans closed and record loans per business day despite rising interest rates.
By Nema Daghbandan, Esq.
Trends & AnalysisSponsored by Lightning Docs4 min read Premium
April 2026 Private Lending Report by Nema Daghbandan analyzing bridge and DSCR loan trends, rising Treasury yields, interest rate movements, transaction volumes, and the evolving private lending market across the United States.
By Nema Daghbandan, Esq.
Trends & AnalysisSponsored by Lightning Docs8 min read Premium
Nema Daghbandan, Esq. analyzes Q1 2026 private lending data: record 7,000+ loans on Lightning Docs, 54% DSCR growth YoY, and tightening spreads signal a resilient market.
By Nema Daghbandan, Esq.
Trends & AnalysisSponsored by Lightning Docs5 min read Premium
Lightning Docs’ February 2026 Market Report reveals rising bridge loan activity, continued DSCR growth, declining interest rates, and the lending trends shaping the private real estate finance market.
By Nema Daghbandan, Esq.
Trends & AnalysisSponsored by Lightning Docs5 min read
Nema Daghbandan reports on January 2026 private lending trends: declining rates, high DSCR demand, and tightening competition across bridge and DSCR markets.
By Nema Daghbandan, Esq.
Trends & AnalysisSponsored by Lightning Docs6 min read Premium
Nema Daghbandan analyzes full-year 2025 private lending data from Lightning Docs, revealing industry shifts in bridge and DSCR markets.
By Nema Daghbandan, Esq.
Trends & AnalysisSponsored by Lightning Docs4 min read Premium
Bridge lending rebounds 6% while DSCR loans hit record highs. New growth markets emerge nationwide.
By Nema Daghbandan, Esq.