IREI: Parkview’s CEO on Why Liquidity Matters for 2026

By Andrea Zander | IREI | February 25, 2026

In a recent interview with IREI, Parkview Financial CEO Paul Rahimian emphasized that durable liquidity, rather than short-term Fed projections, will be the key driver for commercial real estate in 2026. He highlighted regulatory easing at major banks, Treasury bill purchases, and supportive fiscal policy as potential signals of a “QE-lite” environment.

Rahimian noted that while markets anticipate broad economic strength, underlying data points to a more fragile economy, with labor gains concentrated in limited sectors and corporate spending largely focused on AI infrastructure. This informs Parkview’s cautious underwriting approach, emphasizing current-rate economics and the continued structural advantage of private credit.

He added that the firm will closely monitor labor market revisions, interest rate movements, and potential inflation spikes, all of which directly impact construction financing and property valuations. Even with improved liquidity, Rahimian expects banks to re-enter the market gradually, keeping private lenders well-positioned.

The full interview is available to IREI subscribers here