Abrigo

MAY 22, 2024

Recent stats and dynamics of the small business lending market Understanding the small business lending landscape and potential efficiencies can help banks and credit unions grow their portfolios. You might also like this guide for smarter, faster small business lending. Record new business formation and a wider gap between U.S.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Takeaway 2 With proper planning and effective strategies, the scheduling process can be made more manageable at your financial institution. Takeaway 3 Credit analysts need training to understand the working capital cycle, look for hidden risks, and be aware of accounting changes.

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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

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

Sageworks hosted the 5th Annual Risk Management Summit September 14-16 at the AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center in Austin, Texas. The ALLL User preconference facilitated networking, best-practice sharing and solution training for 73 Summit attendees.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Loan review issues include staffing challenges and training. Learning opportunities Talent development, training, and education Investing in talent development is vital for ensuring the strength of your institution's loan review function. Additionally, retaining well-trained employees is essential.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Loan review issues include staffing challenges and training. Learning opportunities Talent development, training, and education Investing in talent development is vital for ensuring the strength of your institution's loan review function. Additionally, retaining well-trained employees is essential.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 27, 2017

The hundreds of people attending the 2017 Risk Management Summit hosted by Sageworks heard from dozens of thought leaders in the financial services industry. The Sageworks Risk Management Summit is the industry’s leading life-of-loan conference, with topics spanning business development through portfolio risk in a CECL world.

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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

OCTOBER 17, 2023

More recently, the OCC identified change management as one of its supervision priorities for the year ahead. Change management equips these institutions with the tools to adapt swiftly and effectively to these changes, ensuring they stay ahead in the competitive market.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Credit Analysis Training. Credit Risk Management. Credit Risk Regulation. Lending & Credit Risk. Member Business Lending. Risk Ratings. Credit Analysis Training. Credit Risk Management. Lending & Credit Risk. Lending & Credit Risk.

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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. Indeed, only about 1,700 lenders participated in the SBA’s 7(a) program in fiscal 2019.

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Abrigo

MAY 27, 2022

Credit Analysis Training. Credit Risk Management. Lending & Credit Risk. Credit Risk Management. ALM 101: Introduction to Asset Liability Management – Part 1: ALM Goals & Approaches. Credit Risk Management. Lending & Credit Risk. Risk Ratings.

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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. Indeed, only about 1,700 lenders participated in the SBA’s 7(a) program in fiscal 2019.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 14, 2023

This can also improve onboarding and training if your plan involves new staff or technology. Learn to identify emerging CRE credit risk red flags. Learn to identify emerging CRE credit risk red flags. In the example CRE growth scenario, an excellent first step would be to consolidate CRE ownership organizationally.

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Abrigo

MAY 19, 2023

The complexity and scope of a loan review system will vary based on an institution’s size, type of operations, and management practices. Systems may include components that are independent of the lending function or may place some reliance on loan officers.

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Abrigo

MAY 18, 2023

Considering the scope and depth of your financial institution’s loan review process is a great way to identify gaps in training and create more efficient operations. Deep and wide A diagnostic checklist for loan reviewers One of the difficulties of loan review management is finding, training, and retaining this talent level.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

But not all technology is made equal, especially when it comes to lending software. Johnner also advises that banks provide proper training to staff members who haven’t used collaborative construction draw software before. It is not the cure without great processes, so you need staff to be trained. Construction Lending.

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Abrigo

JUNE 13, 2019

And few credit unions are involved in lending programs backed by the U.S. This is the case, despite the fact that SBA lending has gained momentum among small businesses in the past five years. “Why They just don’t,” says Rob Ashbaugh, Abrigo Executive Risk Management Consultant. More room for business lending.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 5, 2023

BSA training and experience must be extensive to meet regulatory expectations of a BSA Officer being competent and able to execute all duties effectively. Financial services experience: Practical experience in the banking or financial sector, especially in compliance, risk management, or auditing roles, is invaluable for a BSA Officer.

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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 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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Abrigo

JUNE 7, 2017

It’s been five months since the new member business lending (MBL) rule from the NCUA went into effect in January, providing greater flexibility to credit unions offering member business loans. Credit unions should determine the focus of their business lending program and identify what is needed to achieve those goals.

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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. Outlining the “rules of engagement” is important to ensure the loan or credit risk review is independent and objective. Learn More.

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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. Credit Risk Management. Lending & Credit Risk. Risk Ratings. Credit Risk Management.

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Abrigo

MARCH 3, 2021

Strong credit analysis is critical to ensuring safe and sound lending practices, so it’s critical that all credit analysts have a firm grasp on credit analysis best practices, from understanding and assigning credit risk to analyzing and making credit decisions. Credit Analysis Training. Credit Risk Management.

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Abrigo

APRIL 21, 2023

Focus loan reviews on risk in the portfolio Continuous loan review monitoring helps banks and credit unions ensure credit review systems support safe and sound lending. You might also like this webinar, "Return to basics: Asking the right credit risk questions."

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Regardless of how financial institutions choose to organize loan review, the function must be independent of the lending function of the institution. Credit Risk Management. Lending & Credit Risk. Risk Ratings. Lending & Credit Risk. Credit Analysis Training. Learn more.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Making small business loans efficient and worthwhile Digitalizing the lending process can help financial institutions win small business loans and meet customers' needs. You might also like this webinar on small business lending best practices. Top problems in small business lending. Roadblocks to Success.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Finally, while there may be a distinction in the severity of risk of the credit exception, that assessment tends to be inherent in the exception itself rather than the subject of the exception (e.g., unsecured lending is bad rather than unsecured lending should only be extended to high pass risk rated credit).

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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 Analysis Training. Credit Risk Management. Lending & Credit Risk. Credit Risk Management.

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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. Here's what a loan origination system is.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Takeaway 2 When evaluating a fintech partnership, ask how the vendor will help with integration, training, and ongoing success. Takeaway 3 Many FIs will price-compare vendors, but neglect to consider potential hidden costs , especially when managing multiple vendors. Are there added fees involved for training? Asset/Liability.

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Abrigo

MARCH 24, 2021

Nevertheless, many financial institution executives have taken – and are taking – steps that will help address their top concerns related to lending and profitability. Technology sets up future lending success. Examine user adoption and if necessary, arrange for additional training for staff. Pandemic-Induced Transformations.

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Celent Banking

MARCH 30, 2016

Last week, I participated in a Finextra webinar on the topic of “Connected Credit and Compliance for Lending Growth” with panelists from ING, Vertus Partners, Misys and Credits Vision. Cost of compliance. Changing client expectations. Competition from new entrants.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 30, 2019

This is a must-have risk management concept. Enforcement actions can lead to cease and desist of any mergers or acquisitions, new branches, and in some cases no lending or other growth avenues. These actions are public, so the reputational and strategic risks are real. Other common BSA findings.

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Abrigo

MAY 14, 2021

You might also like this webinar on the findings of Abrigo's 2021 Business Lending Process Survey. Takeaway 1 Digital pushes in financial services are widely reported, but Abrigo's Business Lending Process Survey found many manual processes. See how automation made lending easier and faster for one financial institution.

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Abrigo

JUNE 19, 2020

Financial institutions can leverage the following models to adjust for the lack of historical data regarding the current economy: “Peg” to model training range max and adjust post hoc. The highest input will feed it as the top of what it was trained on and then reserve the right to make another adjustment afterward. CRE Lending.

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