Chris Coppola
About Chris Coppola
Chris Coppola serves as a Senior Client Associate and Vice President of Commercial Term Lending at Chase, where he has worked since 2013. He specializes in mortgage solutions for multifamily owner-operators and has extensive experience in both balance sheet and government agency off-balance sheet mortgage loans.
Work at Chase
Chris Coppola has been employed at Chase since 2013, serving as a Senior Client Associate and Vice President in Commercial Term Lending (CTL). In this role, he focuses on providing competitive rates and low fees for mortgage loans that range from $500,000 to $25 million. His responsibilities include executing both balance sheet and Government agency off balance sheet mortgage loans, ensuring a reliable closing process for loans related to 5+ unit apartment and mixed-use buildings.
Education and Expertise
Chris Coppola holds an MBA in Finance from the Fordham Gabelli School of Business, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He also earned a BA in International Political Economy from Fordham University, completing his studies from 1998 to 2002. His educational background supports his expertise in mortgage solutions, particularly for multifamily owner-operators, including rent-regulated and affordable housing projects.
Background
Prior to his current position at Chase, Chris Coppola worked at Doral Financial Corporation as a Loan Officer and Vice President in Commercial Real Estate from 2000 to 2011. He also held a position at M&T Bank as a Relationship Manager and Assistant Vice President in Commercial Real Estate from 2011 to 2013. Earlier in his career, he was an Associate Underwriter in the Large Loan CMBS Group at Citi for eight months in 2007 to 2008.
Specialization in Mortgage Solutions
Chris Coppola specializes in providing mortgage solutions tailored for multifamily owner-operators. His focus includes rent-regulated, market rate workforce housing, and affordable housing buildings. He is knowledgeable in various financing programs such as HAP, LIHTC, and Article XI, which are essential for supporting affordable housing initiatives.
Professional Experience
Chris Coppola's professional experience spans over two decades in the commercial real estate finance sector. His roles have included significant responsibilities in loan origination, underwriting, and relationship management. His extensive background in the industry has equipped him with the skills necessary to navigate complex mortgage transactions and deliver effective solutions to clients.