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Food for Thought: A Policy on Credit Exceptions

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When and how to cite credit exceptions A policy on credit exceptions can address many factors that can lead financial institutions to diverge from loan policy and miss signs of potential trouble. Takeaway 3 A credit exception policy should spell out what one is, when it can be used, and how to clear it.

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The math behind small business lending: Problems & possibilities for banks & credit unions

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Recent stats and dynamics of the small business lending market Understanding the small business lending landscape and potential efficiencies can help banks and credit unions grow their portfolios. You might also like this guide for smarter, faster small business lending. Record new business formation and a wider gap between U.S.

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The math behind small business lending: Problems & possibilities for banks & credit unions

Abrigo

Recent dynamics of the small business lending market A deep understanding of the small business lending landscape and potential efficiencies can help banks and credit unions grow their portfolios. You might also like this guide for smarter, faster small business lending. Record new business formation and a wider gap between U.S.

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Managing real estate and construction lending risk

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How construction administration units mitigate construction lending risk Construction lending involves unique risks and requires specialized processes. WATCH Takeaway 1 The OCC recommends that construction lending risk be managed by specialized real estate and construction lenders who report to the credit department.

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Cultivate a better ag lending process: 7 best practices

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Develop better ag lending workflows before demand picks up. A better ag lending process makes applying smoother for borrowers and can allow efficient ag loan growth without adding a lot of staff. Takeaway 1 Now is the time to plant the seeds for harvesting growth in the ag loan portfolio by creating a better ag lending process.

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For faster loan origination, stop doing this

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How to close more loans by speeding up lending and credit analysis Seeking a quicker loan origination workflow is worth it. Takeaway 3 Many aspects of traditional lending that slow down the loan origination process can be addressed through expanded automation. Learn where to find opportunities for improvement.

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Lending and Credit Automation: Before and After

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Slow lending decisions and frustrating loan application processes are among borrowers’ biggest gripes with traditional financial institutions vs competitors such as online or alternative lenders. Importantly, the borrower can upload financial statements and tax returns from home or the office.

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