Fifth Third Bank and Bellwether Enterprise Real Estate Capital have formed a new strategic relationship. Headquartered in Cincinnati and Cleveland, respectively, the two organizations say the relationship is designed to offer a broad set of solutions for the commercial real estate industry.

Fifth Third will gain access to Bellwether Enterprise’s permanent lender platform, including its agency relationships and long-term correspondent relationships with life insurance companies. It will also have access to invest in New Market Tax Credits, Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, workforce housing equity and other products provided by Bellwether Enterprise’s parent company, Enterprise.

“The diverse capabilities and relationships that Bellwether Enterprise brings to the table enables us to better serve a wider range of commercial real estate businesses together, with significant access to both private, and importantly, long-term governmental financing programs,” said Kevin Lavender, EVP and head of commercial banking for Fifth Third.

Pictured: Fifth Third offices in Cleveland. Photo courtesy of Fiorilli Construction.

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