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The 3 C’s of Credit: What Today’s Lenders Need to Know

Despite major technological shifts, the bedrock principles of Character, Capacity, and Capital continue to drive…

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12 Effective Lending Methods Shaping 2025 and Beyond

Lending is evolving rapidly in 2025, driven by borrower expectations, regulatory demands, and technology. Lenders…

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8 Hard Money Loan Requirements: What Every Lender Needs to Know

Hard money lending offers great opportunities for lenders working with real estate investors who need…

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What are Term Loans and Revolvers? Key Differences Explained

Effectively managing diverse loan types is crucial for optimizing your lending operations. The distinctions between…

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Deferment vs. Forbearance in Student Loans: Everything You Need To Know

Managing student loan deferment and forbearance requests efficiently is crucial for loan servicers who handle…

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Rule of 78: What It Is, How It Works, and How to Calculate It

Early loan payoffs can dramatically impact lender profitability, especially when borrowers escape paying their fair…

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Credit Performance Tracking: A Lender’s Guide to Smarter Decisions

Keeping tabs on loan portfolio performance is perhaps one of the most crucial aspects of…

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What is Loan Participation? A Complete Guide for Lenders

Participation loans allow multiple financial institutions to fund a single loan, enabling lenders to offer…

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How to Become a Hard Money Lender: A Step-by-Step Guide

Dreaming of generating double-digit returns while helping real estate investors achieve their goals? Hard money…

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