Abrigo

MAY 2, 2024

Boost your small business lending efforts from the bottom up Small businesses play a crucial role in our economy, and one of the critical factors in their success is access to funding. You might also like this guide for smarter, faster small business lending.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 22, 2023

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. Abrigo's blog covered these and other subjects in 35 credit and lending-specific posts this year.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

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. Takeaway 3 The specific policy areas outlined below should be carefully considered by credit unions engaged in member business lending.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 1, 2022

What are model risk management and model validation? Model risk management (MRM) is a framework of systemic oversight of the models a financial institution or organization relies on for financial reporting, decision-making, and other critical purposes. Model governance overview. Federal guidance. Validation teams.

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Abrigo

APRIL 25, 2024

Recent data and trends of the small business lending market SMB Lending Insights is a snapshot of current financial trends and metrics that impact small and medium-sized business (SMB) lending and financial institutions. You might also like this guide for smarter, faster small business lending.

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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. learn more.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Cybersecurity | 4 minute read Key Takeaways Third-party/vendor risk management is becoming increasingly challenging with more cloud-based providers. On top of initial vendor due diligence, there are ongoing, systematic approaches to managing third-party relationships. . Credit Risk. Lending & Credit Risk.

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Abrigo

MARCH 21, 2023

WATCH Takeaway 1 Earning more income and mitigating interest rate risk isn’t as simple as charging higher rates on loans and earning higher rates on the investment portfolio. Takeaway 2 Some banks and credit unions were late movers and are now scrambling to lock in funding for the short term to meet liquidity and capital needs.

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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

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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South State Correspondent

JUNE 25, 2024

In a previous article [ here ] we discussed why community banks need product managers to ensure that financial products and services are effectively developed, launched, and managed to meet customers’ evolving needs and the bank’s risk and profitability goals. This makes the product easier and faster to implement.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 23, 2019

In a marketplace where data is shared and distributed at record speeds, third-party or vendor risk management is a challenge for most businesses. The spotlight from federal and state regulators continues to shine on the use of third parties, and the pressure for those vendors to meet regulatory guidelines has greatly increased.

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Abrigo

JULY 25, 2022

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. Takeaway 3 Ag lenders can take steps now to prepare for stronger ag loan demand so they can meet needs efficiently. Farmers expect worse in 2023. Rising inputs.

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Perficient

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

By embedding payment, lending, and insurance services into apps and websites, non-financial companies are able to offer financial products directly to their customers. In 2025, AI will play a pivotal role in customer service, fraud detection, risk management, and personalized financial advice.

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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. In other words, HVCRE is all ADC loans except for loans that meet certain criteria. How did we get here? What are HVCRE loans? Raw land - 65% 2.

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Abrigo

APRIL 19, 2022

Credit and Lending Software Overcome Common Lending Problems Banks and credit unions that leverage an integrated lending and credit platform reap the benefits of a consistent, efficient and defensible lending program. Lending and Credit Software. Robert Ashbaugh, Abrigo senior risk management consultant.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Key topics covered in this post: Regulatory focus Key questons for ALCOs Governance and concentration risks Expect the unexpected Regulators 'could not be more clear' Today’s regulatory climate is turning up the heat on financial institutions when it comes to liquidity and interest rate risk management.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 3, 2023

Takeaway 2 Lenders must follow strict procedures to mitigate risk and keep the outstanding loan balance scaled to the collateral value. Construction lending from the ground up. Strischek included the following information, which can help lenders avoid risk before the project begins—by planning ahead at the closing table.

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Perficient

MARCH 17, 2025

AI-powered chatbots can handle routine inquiries, freeing human agents for complex issues, while AI-driven algorithms enhance fraud detection and risk management. Risk + Compliance: Control risk, meet regulations, and stay ahead of financial industry changes.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Meeting investment accounting and reporting requirements The right technology tools can help institutions manage investment accounting compliance and risk exposure across various investment types. Investment accounting compliance not only minimizes operational risks but also reduces regulatory scrutiny.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 21, 2024

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. Ideally, meet with the customer in person and at the primary collateral (to see with your own eyes).

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Abrigo

APRIL 12, 2021

What an LOS Is, and How It Benefits CFIs A loan origination system automates and manages the lending process to address common challenges. Takeaway 1 The lending landscape is increasingly competitive and the process is frustrating. A loan origination system automates, manages. An LOS meets 4 challenges of banks, CUs.

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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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PYMNTS

JUNE 1, 2020

The new hires are part of an initiative to add five new chief risk officers (CRO), one each for the specific fields of Commercial Banking, Consumer & Small Business Banking, Corporate & Investment Banking, and Wealth & Investment Management businesses, a press release states.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 12, 2020

But the latest initiatives reveal a growing interest in transforming internal processes, particularly among smaller banks looking to upgrade their core infrastructure and elevate small business lending operations. Equiniti Eyes APIs for Risk Management. Yet maturation is low.

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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

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Practical tips for conducting effective strategic planning meetings Financial institutions' strategic plans should be cohesive, focused, and have buy-in from stakeholders. Start with a survey and pre-planning meetings. Have your board meetings and strategic planning sessions become predictable? Explore Abrigo Connect.

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Abrigo

MARCH 31, 2017

Commercial real estate lending continues to receive regulatory scrutiny and reminders for financial institutions to practice solid risk management. Eberley, director of the FDIC's Division of Risk Management Supervision wrote in the publication.

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Abrigo

MAY 19, 2023

Does your loan review system meet regulatory expectations? Read more for specific objectives every loan review system should meet. You might also like this webinar, "Return to basics: Asking the right credit risk questions."

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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

DECEMBER 14, 2014

Many would point to imprudent lending standards as a leading cause of the financial crisis of 2008, and in turn, financial institution regulators have since bolstered lending standards and capital thresholds as a preventive measure against a similar crisis. Blog Bank Credit Union'

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South State Correspondent

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

Current Risk in Term Lending. While community banks may want the ability to offer longer-term fixed-rate loans, the interest rate risk is too significant for most banks’ balance sheets. The table below shows the implied Fed Funds rate for the next year and the number of expected hikes for each FOMC meeting.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 10, 2023

How industry analysis can improve your credit risk management Understanding your customers' businesses leads to better loan pricing, structure, and risk management. You might also like this webinar series, "Tackling common credit risk questions during challenging times." Get more credit risk best practices.

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Perficient

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

These changes require significant adjustments in risk management, compliance frameworks, and operational protocols. Recommended Approach: Companies must meet evolving KYC and compliance standards, fostering trust and security in digital transactions. As embedded payments become mainstream, U.S.

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Abrigo

MAY 19, 2023

Takeaway 2 There are many qualifications that a loan reviewer should have in order to meet the frequency, scope, and depth of their work. So, what kind of qualifications should a loan reviewer have in order to meet the frequency, scope, and depth of reviews?

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has, as finews.asia reported this past week, amended its credit risk management guidelines in a way that seeks to boost the embrace of analytics when lending to smaller firms. The solution ensures compliance with the second payment services directive (PSD2).

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Abrigo

AUGUST 29, 2022

Many banks and credit unions have adopted sophisticated risk-management practices, and their board of directors has to play an active role in ensuring that risks are well understood in overseeing risk exposure. Credit risk remains the most important risk that banks and credit unions have to monitor.

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