Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 10, 2015

As credit unions await the finalization of the National Credit Union Administration’s (NCUA) proposed changes to rules for business lending, they may do well to remember Spider-Man’s creed that “With great power comes great responsibility.” The comment period for the NCUA’s proposed member-business lending rule closed Aug.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Key Takeaways Financial institutions who want to maintain a healthy share of business lending this year and through potentially tougher economic times ahead want to be in the best position possible before trouble hits. Abrigo's Business Lending Readiness Survey found many processes stymie those efforts.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 2, 2023

3-pronged approach Identifying and quantifying CRE risks Most financial institutions have taken a three-pronged approach to identifying and quantifying risks associated with their CRE segments. Executives should be prepared to discuss credit risk stress testing outcomes and their impact on risk management decisions.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Support credit risk management Understanding loan covenants, when financial institutions should use them, and how to monitor them supports strong lending portfolios and credit risk management best practices. Covenants are warranted in commodity financing and floor-plan lending deals, Kirby added.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 14, 2023

For example, don’t ask the board to answer questions about the future of the regulatory landscape. In the CRE example, this might mean considering the plan’s effect on capital or overall interest rate. In the example CRE growth scenario, an excellent first step would be to consolidate CRE ownership organizationally.

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Lending Risk Management Meeting Survey 221

Abrigo

JULY 25, 2017

In a recent Sageworks webinar Robert Ashbaugh, senior risk management consultant at Sageworks, discusses High Volatility Commercial Real Estate (HVCRE) lending best practices. How did we get here? Ashbaugh’s presentation begins with a quick summary of why regulators care about HVCRE.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Adapt to a dynamic banking environment with real-time lending & credit data Lender dashboards and reports showing the lending pipeline, pricing trends, emerging risks, workflow bottlenecks, etc. You might also like this on-demand webinar, "Identifying emerging CRE risks." Explore Abrigo Connect.

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Independent Banker

JUNE 30, 2022

As we kick off this year’s lending issue, I want to pause for a moment to reflect on just how much lending has changed. While it has had some benefits, like stronger risk management for our banks, it has made the customer process much more daunting. But community banks have adapted to address that shift.

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Abrigo

JULY 20, 2021

From leveraging PPP technology to building relationships, reasons for boosting SBA lending are numerous. . Takeaway 1 SBA lending can expand your product offerings to help win deals with prospects and existing business customers or members. Why SBA Lending? Would you like others articles like this in your inbox? 1 and Sept.

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Abrigo

JULY 1, 2015

A segmentation strategy, though, is a great place to start to nail down an effective and efficient process – not only will it serve a substantial purpose for the ALLL, but also as a larger risk management tool. To best understand that risk, bankers look at segments of the portfolio to monitor performance over time.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Now, many of the nearly 5,500 SBA-approved lenders that are participating in the PPP are weighing the option of leveraging that technology to continue to provide SBA lending after PPP. Leveraging tech for SBA lending after PPP. Or, they might wonder whether it’s too late to start 7(a) lending if they’ve never done it before the PPP.

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Abrigo

JUNE 5, 2023

Banking reports to inform risk management and strategy These reports on capital, growth, and liquidity help financial institutions spot warning signs. They help manage and shape strategy in volatile economic and industry conditions.

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Abrigo

MAY 19, 2023

For example, the FDIC’s regulatory expectations for loan review seem quite expansive and encompassing, especially for an industry concerned about its non-interest expense ratio and the cost of its non-revenue-producing staff. Takeaway 3 Consider how much your bank or credit union's resources can support while meeting regulatory expectations.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Examples of "except"-ional problems I have seen cases where something is an exception even though there is a policy or guidance specifically allowing instances for what is being cited as an exception. unsecured lending is bad rather than unsecured lending should only be extended to high pass risk rated credit).

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Managing loan workouts and modifications Tips for preparing your bank or credit union to handle an increased volume of problem loans while ensuring prudent credit risk management. You might also like this video, "A look at credit risk in a rising-rate environment." CRE loan accommodations.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Now, many of the nearly 5,500 SBA-approved lenders that are participating in the PPP are weighing the option of leveraging that technology to continue to provide SBA lending after PPP. Leveraging tech for SBA lending after PPP. Or, they might wonder whether it’s too late to start 7(a) lending if they’ve never done it before the PPP.

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Lending Training Technology Survey 195

Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Construction loan risk management software leverages technology and sound process management to pull construction lending away from its manual roots. You might also like this webinar, "How to manage a high-performing construction loan portfolio." Managing construction loans effectively. But Construct can!

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 23, 2014

” Banks understand the need to regularly specify and quantify portfolio risk, and remain cognizant of the impact new loan commitments have on the balance sheet. This can be accomplished via a third-party, or an appropriate organizational structure that features personnel independent of the lending function.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Construction loan administration is now a vital part of the construction lending process. Whether an institution's construction lending portfolio is big or small, managing the risk of your portfolio is critical to success. Stay up to date on credit risk. Construction Lending. Lending & Credit Risk.

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Abrigo

MAY 18, 2023

For example, if you work in a factory assembly line putting doors on cars, you are doing one specialized task repeatedly, so the scope of your job is low. But what are scope and depth , and how do they apply to roles and loan review processes at your bank?

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

Now that banks have filed their third quarter financial reports , what did the lending picture look like last quarter? However, Q3 commercial lending is down from the beginning of 2014 (quarter ending 3/31/2014) by about $67 billion. Specifically for businesses, are commercial loans on the rise? Nationally, the picture is a fine one.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 1, 2021

There will always be risks inherent in loan portfolios, and effective portfolio management and loan control functions are critical to the overall risk management function of banks and credit unions. Banks are required by regulators to have formal risk rating policies in place to determine how ratings are assigned.

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Risk Management Lending Policies Management 195

Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

For example, if a loan reviewer is considering downgrading a large loan that is likely to cause some upheaval within the financial institution, the loan reviewer would not wait until the exit meeting and spring the news on the senior lender or chief executive officer. Credit Risk Management. Credit Risk Regulation.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 8, 2021

Being able to change course allows financial institutions to avoid issues – for example, by moving away from loans with a certain type of risk (whether that’s interest, credit, or liquidity). Larger or more complex institutions might have credit risk review functions entirely separate from their lending functions.

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System Lending Policies Regulation 195

Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

What is construction loan management software? Increased efficiency and better process management. Construction loan administration is now a vital part of the construction lending process. Whether an institution's construction lending portfolio is big or small, managing the risk of your portfolio is critical to success.

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Software Management Lending Tools 195

Abrigo

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Takeaway 1 Loan review or credit risk review is a significant risk management function. . Loan review or credit risk review is a significant risk management function. Consumer Lending. Lending & Credit Risk. Consumer Lending 101. Lending & Credit Risk.

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FICO

OCTOBER 21, 2021

We suggest focusing on data that has the ability to show trends or change and that can be operationalised as early warning indicators or to aid decisions through overlays to existing models and/or strategies – temporary measures that demonstrate sound risk management practices.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

But not all technology is made equal, especially when it comes to lending software. Modern Text notifications, digital workflows, and e-sign capabilities are all modern construction loan automation features that help institutions take a predictive and proactive approach to lending. Construction Lending. Construction Lending.

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Software Lending Training Mobile 195

PYMNTS

JULY 28, 2017

the embattled bank, is reportedly overhauling its auto lending unit in an effort to control risk. and get rid of the regional manager positions in the impacted offices. The lending staff in the offices will be relocated to central offices in Chandler, Arizona, and Irving, Texas, noted the report. Wells Fargo & Co.,

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Abrigo

MAY 10, 2021

Knowing these elements of an LOS and an LOS vendor is critical for senior financial institution executives either shopping for an LOS for the first time or considering an improvement to their bank or credit union’s current business lending process. LOS process management features. Lending process management is key to timely decisions.

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System Lending Analysis Software 195

Abrigo

OCTOBER 5, 2017

Ancin Cooley, CIA, CISA, of Synergy Bank and Credit Union Consulting , recently presented at the 2017 Sageworks Risk Management Summit on the Perspectives of Lending Dysfunction: Loan Officers, Credit Analysts and Loan Reviewers. Long-term, that could imbalance the institution’s portfolio and risk appetite if left unchecked.

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Abrigo

MARCH 2, 2023

Perhaps executives think delaying or cutting spending on technology to make lending more efficient will affect only their staff. A buyer’s guide for lending software for smaller financial institutions can be helpful. Can the lender maintain control of the relationship throughout the lending process?

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Technology Lending Community Software 195

Abrigo

JULY 27, 2023

Regtech is simply the use of technology such as AI, machine learning, natural language processing, and blockchain to improve the way businesses manage regulatory compliance. For example, in the pharmaceutical industry, manufacturers can use regtech to ensure that marketing complies with FDA requirements.

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Technology Fraud Compliance Regulation 195

Abrigo

JULY 27, 2023

Regtech is simply the use of technology such as AI, machine learning, natural language processing, and blockchain to improve the way businesses manage regulatory compliance. For example, in the pharmaceutical industry, manufacturers can use regtech to ensure that marketing complies with FDA requirements.

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Technology Fraud Compliance Regulation 195

Abrigo

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

The economic environment and industry challenges facing community financial institutions mean that managing risk and driving growth are imperative for banks and credit unions, industry experts say. Credit Risk Management. Lending & Credit Risk. Credit Risk Management. Introspection.

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Risk Management Lending Management Training 195

Abrigo

JUNE 4, 2020

For example, if the business situation deteriorates after June 30, and particularly with the 60% all or nothing feature, the borrower will be in a better outcome if he/she files using the 8-week period. Credit Risk Management. Lending & Credit Risk. SBA Lending. CRE Lending. CRE Lending.

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Lending Risk Management Management Community 195

Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

The PPP might have been the first time many community financial institutions saw such clear returns on digitization investments, but the same automation and efficiency gains can be found in other end-to-end lending solutions. Community financial institutions' experience with PPP technology also translates to other areas of lending.

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