Tag: commercial lenders

Learn how to train SBA lending teams on automated tax return analysis tools to reduce errors, save time, and close loans faster.

Discover how automated spreading tools like FlashSpread and business intelligence technologies are transforming commercial lending decisions—reducing manual work, increasing accuracy, and providing deeper insights that eliminate guesswork while creating competitive advantage in the SBA lending market.

Discover 5 critical tips for using automated spreading to enhance credit decisions, boost efficiency, and minimize risk in commercial lending.

Discover key strategies for selecting the right automated spreading technology vendor. Learn how to evaluate accuracy, integration, scalability, and compliance to find the best solution for your financial institution.

The global cash flow serves as a tool that breaks down barriers, revealing the amount of money available to bankers once the individual's and the company's fundamental needs have been met.

In this article, we will explore the advantages of working with an SBA Preferred Lender and the key differences between PLP and CLP lenders.

Discover how fintech advancements have streamlined loan processes while CDCs/CDFIs play a crucial role in supporting underserved communities. Learn how the 504 loan program facilitates access to affordable capital for small businesses, bridging the lending gap with personalized guidance and community-focused support.

The National Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders (NAGGL) Spring Conference recently brought together lenders, regulators and technology providers to discuss the latest developments in commercial lending. 

Manual tax return spreading is a laborious and time-consuming process for commercial lenders. Historically, underwriters would spend hours transferring a company’s financial records into spreadsheets. This process, called spreading, would take up a majority of an underwriter's time, resulting in slow decision times and room for error.

In short, financial statement analysis is a crucial part of your job as a commercial lender. By carefully reviewing financial statements, comparing planned and actual performance, and looking at industry comparisons, you can make more informed lending decisions and help ensure the long-term success of your borrowers.

Let’s look at the 7 most common types of data extraction, how they work, and where they can be applied.

If you're in the commercial lending business, then you know that delegation is paramount to success. From keeping track of clients to managing payments, there's a lot to stay on top of. Fortunately, technology has been kind, and commercial lenders now have a whole set of tools to help make their lives easier.