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How to document and defend CECL qualitative factors

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Document and be able to defend qualitative factors under CECL Financial institutions need to be able to explain and show how they developed Q factors for their allowance for credit losses. But documenting and defending Q factors doesnt have to be a guessing game. Why is documenting Q factors so important?

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The evolution of AI & lending: Parallel journeys shaping the future

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This article covers these key topics: The evolution of AI Lending: A legacy of data-driven innovation Generative AI in lending: The next frontier Abrigo's approach to AI Parallel journeys of AI, banking technology Artificial intelligence (AI) is often heralded as a revolutionary force in todays world, but its story stretches back decades.

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Cannabis lending for financial institutions: Opportunities, risks, and best practices

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Now that the cannabis industry is maturing and better understood, is it time for financial institutions to take on the risk of cannabis lending? Cannabis-related businesses (CRBs)spanning everything from cultivation to retailrepresent a market in need of lending services, from working capital to real estate and equipment loans.

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Breaking down SBA lending: What is E-Tran?

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While significantly more efficient than mailing forms to the SBA, there are some shortfalls to E-Tran, and a vendor can help Loan submission platform Leveraging E-Tran for increased SBA lending The U.S. Understanding the role of E-Tran in SBA lending is the first step for banks and credit unions to ensure smooth loan processing.

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Top 10 Benefits of Automating Closing Documents

In the fiercely competitive landscape of commercial lending, where FinTech's digital transformation initiatives take center stage, the complexities of loan documentation are constantly evolving. Innovative solutions are now essential to navigate this dynamic landscape and achieve success in the fast-paced world of commercial lending.

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Small business loan processing: Automate back-office tasks

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Automating the key steps that often occur in the back office leads to faster decisions, stronger customer or member relationships, and more profitable lending to small businesses. This article covers these key topics: Cultivating fertile ground for small business lending Do large lenders have an advantage in small business lending?

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Navigating distressed & problem loans: Legal & borrower considerations

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How financial institutions deal with problem loans Problem loans are a natural outcome of the risks banks and credit unions take when lending, and they should be expected over the long run during the ups and downs of the business cycle. Read and review every document in full. Review: Are there any defaults under the loan documents?

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Next-Gen Loan Document Automation in Private Lending

Check out the white paper to see how private lenders are catapulting their advancement and embracing the commercial lending automation ecosystem to make it happen.

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5 Things Lenders Need to Know About Portfolio Loans & Their Documentation

Discover the key benefits of portfolio loans and learn how to streamline your lending process with our infographic, "5 Things Lenders Need to Know About Portfolio Loans & Their Documentation." Learn how innovative technology can automate portfolio loan documentation, ensuring efficiency and compliance.

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Digital Transformation: Accelerating ROI and Growth in Commercial Lending

Now is the time for lenders to prioritize their digital transformation initiatives in preparation for the lending rebound. This infographic illustrates automation demands and shows you how loan document automation serves as an essential step to increase profits and provide the best lending experience for your customers.

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How to Choose the Best Automated Documentation System for Commercial Loans

The commercial lending space is booming as more developers take on projects, especially with the booming need for housing. That is why we have put together a checklist to help you evaluate potential partners and find the best-automated documentation system for your requirements and needs.

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The 2024 Lenders Guide to Automating the Complex Loan

This comprehensive guide offers financial institutions valuable insights into document automation for complex commercial loans. Glimpse the future of lending as FIs transition from a high-cost and slow attorney process to technology that generates commercial loan documents faster while ensuring they are complete, compliant, and accurate.

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The Lender's Guide to Automating Complex Loans

This comprehensive guide provides commercial lenders with key insights into automating small-balance, mid-market, and large-cap loan documentation with advanced technology. Check out the guide and get your custom ROI!

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Case Study: Automating Loan Growth

Want to see how theLender transformed its commercial lending process, tripled loan volume, and saved millions annually? Our case study reveals how this rapidly growing wholesale mortgage company partnered with GoDocs to automate commercial loan document preparation, scale operations nationwide, and slash legal fees by over $300,000 per month.

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The Non-QM Market Experiences a Remarkable Comeback: Check Out the Industry Guide

As the commercial lending market continues to evolve, non-QM loans are becoming an increasingly popular offering among lenders looking to create new revenue streams. Commercial lending is going through an important transformation as consumers demand better solutions and technology works to address long-standing problems in the industry.