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UNIONDALE, NY-Arbor Realty Trust will focus its efforts on increasing the amount of fixed-rate transactions it does. Ivan Kaufman, chairman and chief executive officer, says that over the last several quarters, the firm has taken various steps to enhance long-term franchise value despite an increasingly competitive market.

"There is an abundance of capital that has increased the competitive landscape," Kaufman said during the company's third-quarter conference call. "Our pipeline is good."

Kaufman said that looking to the long-term value of the franchise, the REIT sees opportunity through increasing the number of fixed-rates transactions. Currently they account for 20% of all deals. "It is our intent to increase our percentage. Transactions are at a lower risk. There is pressure in the short-term, but it's better in the long run. It offers greater stability going forward, particularly if interest rates increase. "