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Nov 8, 2021
The S&P 500 bank index rose 2.6% in October, in large part due to the increase in bank profits. Yet, these profits may be short-lived in the current low NIM, low lending environment. We discuss the challenges that financial institutions are facing and explain how some are generating revenue despite these challenges.
Jan 25, 2021
By segmenting your PPP customers based on their needs for the funds, you can better determine customer profitability. We explore the different approaches for 3 customer segments, based on the intended use for PPP funds.
Sep 22, 2021
The Paycheck Protection Program helped many businesses through the pandemic and community financial institutions played a key role in getting these funds to their customers. Now, with PPP forgiveness underway, what should CFIs expect from the audit process of these loans? We help to answer that question.
Feb 25, 2022
As small and midsize businesses are optimistic, 90% anticipate their business will expand successfully. Many of these businesses will need funding to fuel this expansion, especially with increasing costs. Here are three ways to tap into business optimism and growth.
Apr 21, 2021
The Paycheck Protection Program has been a lifesaver for many small businesses. With some recent changes, both your current business customers and new ones could still receive much-needed assistance. The program has been extended, proceeds have potentially increased for Schedule C filers, eligibility has been expanded, and new forms facilitate streamlined processing.
Aug 1, 2022
CFIs have been successful in expanding relationships with small business owners who came to the institution during the pandemic for a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan. Indeed, some PPP borrowers even moved their entire banking relationship over to the CFI. We look at some of the ways CFIs have been able to deepen those relationships.
Nov 22, 2022
Borrowing a page from the Paycheck Protection Program, some banks have begun offering microloans to early-stage businesses based on their gross income. We consider the pluses and minuses of this underwriting method.
Jul 7, 2021
Federal officials just extended a PPP rule change to March 31, 2022, which makes it easier for executive officers, directors, and principal shareholders to apply for PPP loans. These insider loans can be helpful for communities. We explain how, give you the pros and cons of providing insider PPP loans, and explain the potential pitfalls of reputational risk, special treatment, and difficulty denying loans.
Jan 21, 2021
PPP funding is back! We give you the highlights, including additional eligible applicants, maximum loan amounts, and forgiveness updates.
Aug 28, 2020
Lenders have been busy with PPP loans. Asking the right questions and digging deeper is important going forward.
Sep 13, 2021
Financial institutions are flush with cash and looking for opportunities to turn it into long-term assets. With loan activity still mixed and PPP forgiveness leading to more cash, community financial institutions are looking for ways to manage their balance sheets. We give you two steps that you can take today.
Jul 2, 2021
Deposits increased by $3T over the past 14 months, leaving most financial institutions with a major imbalance — and major concerns about their net interest margins and return on assets. We review the current deposit glut and what community financial institutions can do to minimize their balance sheet disparity.