How to Build A Foundation For Compliance
February 26, 2014
In my business of loan management software, one of the hottest topics is “Compliance.” That’s in quotes, because Compliance with…
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Why Mortage Loans Are Fixed Amortized
January 31, 2014
In a simple interest loan, interest is accrued every day on the outstanding principal balance. The periodic payment amount is…
The Relationship Between Interest and APR
January 12, 2014
Let’s say you’re going to borrow $100,000 in a 30-year mortgage. You have two loans to pick from. One is…
Flexibility: The Difference Between Triumph and Disappointment
November 18, 2013
Charles de Gaulle, the famous French statesman and WWII general, said, “You have to be fast on your feet and…
The Math Behind Simple Interest and the Rule of 78s
November 18, 2013
Should you use simple interest or the Rule of 78s when calculating interest on a loan? Let’s compare both to…
Balloon Payments Explained
October 28, 2013
What is a balloon payment? This is a complex question, because in general, the answer requires context. In specific terms,…
Top 4 Lending Trends of 2013
October 21, 2013
Big data is changing both consumer behavior and loan products. Consumers will have an easier time ‘rate shopping.’ With quick…
Turning Off Accrual Processing Is Not Non-Accrual Loan
September 30, 2013
According to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in lending, for many loan types, you must stop accruing interest into income…
Borrower Portal A Jumping Off Point
August 29, 2013
If you are like many consumer lenders in today’s markets, you want your borrowers to be able to go onto…