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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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10 Effective Lending Tools to Transform Your Business in 2025

In today’s fast-paced financial world, the right tools can mean the difference between falling behind…

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What is a Portfolio Loan?

Portfolio loans offer flexibility and control—but what is a portfolio loan? Learn how they work…

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Lending Business Trends for 2025: What Loan Servicers Need to Know

Stay ahead in the lending business with insights into 2025 lending market trends, borrower behavior,…

Which Mortgage Servicing Software Do Lenders Prefer?

In the ever-evolving mortgage industry, the right mortgage loan software can make all the difference…

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