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Member business lending: How to leverage MBL for credit union growth

Abrigo

Develop an MBL program while mitigating risk Credit unions looking for alternate paths to growth in today's rising rate environment may be primed to leverage member business lending. A common mistake is underestimating the resources and expertise required to maintain a successful program. Takeaway 2 Start slow.

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The top lending & credit risk blogs of the year

Abrigo

The most-read lending & credit blogs in 2023 Probability of default, CECL model validation, and stress testing were among Abrigo's top blogs on ALM, CECL, and portfolio risk this year. You might also like this resource, Abrigo's "2022 Loan Review Benchmark Survey Results."

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The top 10 2022 ALM resources for financial institutions

Abrigo

Takeaway 3 A review of these ALM resources can help FIs understand the environment and effectively strategize for the year to come. . Top helpful resources for ALM staff. Click on the link next to the number to access each resource. Lending & Credit Risk. Lending & Credit Risk. Complimentary ALM guidance.

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Ag lending outlook & top challenges

Abrigo

Strong demand is a factor in the ag lending outlook ahead Ag lenders can begin taking steps to ensure they are prepared and can provide positive customer or member experiences. The outlook for ag lending has its share of uncertainty. Inflation, rates are factors in ag lending outlook. Line up resources. Over half of U.S.

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Reading The Tea Leaves Of Post-Pandemic SMB Lending

PYMNTS

That's especially true for small and medium-sized businesses today, which, while hoping to plan for growth in the coming years, are more often looking toward resources that can help them survive in the next few weeks and months. We did more loans in a two-month period than we did in 10 years of SBA lending combined," he said. "We

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The benefits of micro-lending programs

Independent Banker

which operates $12 billion-asset OceanFirst Bank N.A. Although the SBA already operates a microlending program, the underwriting standards are similar regardless of whether it is a $5,000 or $50,000 loan. Banks could pool their resources or leverage the expertise or resources of a bank in a particular location to put capital to work.

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5 Reasons to Increase SBA Lending at Your Bank or Credit Union

Abrigo

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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