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When’s the right time to get a loan? Before you actually need one. It might sound backward, but lending is proactive, not reactive. Banks don’t give out money to fix problems; they lend it to businesses that look like they’ll multiply it. If your company’s struggling and cash flow is tight, lenders see risk, not potential. That’s why it’s critical to plan ahead, build your credit, keep your books clean, and establish trust while things are going well. When you’re stable is when you actually qualify for the help you might need later. #BlueSkyBiz #BusinessFunding #CreditBuilding #EntrepreneurMindset #FinancialStrategy #SmallBusinessTips #LendingMadeSimple

Day 2 of my #100DaysOfFinanceChallenge When a borrower takes money from a lender — it’s more than just a financial transaction. It’s a trust decision. Think about it — would you lend your hard-earned money to someone without being sure they’ll pay you back? Probably not. That’s exactly how banks and financial institutions think too. Every loan approval isn’t random — it’s built on careful evaluation of the borrower’s creditworthiness, using what we call the 7 Cs of Credit: #CHARACTER #CAPACITY #CAPITAL #COLLATERAL #CONDITIONS #CASHFLOW #COMMITMENT Fundamentally, lending is not a transaction-it's a relationship. It's about responsibility and understanding how people behave with money.Because in the world of finance, the true invaluable currency is trust. #banking #finance #thevaluationschool

🏡 Good lenders don’t just quote. They interpret. They read between the numbers, see what the borrower means, not just what’s written on paper. That’s how the best brokers get real approvals while others get “maybes.” Because lending isn’t math alone, it’s translation. #PrivateLending #BridgeLoans #RealEstateFinance #DSCR #InvestorMindset

Thinking like a lender doesn’t mean you’re giving up control — 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲. 👀 When you understand how lenders evaluate risk, 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀: 💰 You learn how to position your business for better approvals 📈 You start building funding strategies instead of just taking loans 🤝 You gain confidence in every financial conversation The goal isn’t to “fit in” with the bank — it’s to understand the game so you can win it. 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘦𝘦 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘣𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘢 𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳’𝘴 𝘦𝘺𝘦𝘴? #BusinessStrategy #EntrepreneurMindset #FundingInsights #AlternativeFinancing #SmallBusinessGrowth #FundswellConsulting #FinancialEducation

CREDIT REPAIR HELP HERE: https://lnkd.in/gv_8MMxJ Skipping loan payments can be tempting, but it's a risky move. Many assume that skipping one payment after years of on-time payments won't hurt. That's not true. If skipping a payment becomes necessary, proactively contact the creditor. Some lenders offer options to skip payments under specific terms. Understand the implications – often increased interest – but it's better than a negative credit report. Communication and transparency are key to navigating financial challenges responsibly. #CreditScore #FinancialLiteracy #LoanManagement #ResponsibleFinance

Credit Rating : An evaluation of a borrower’s creditworthiness, showing how likely they are to repay their debt. It’s often given as a letter grade (like AAA, BB, or C). #CreditRating #FinanceBasics #SmartInvesting #FinancialEducation #MoneyMatters

“A couple of years ago, we were consistently seeing lenders willing to issue loans with a loan-to-value (LTV) of 60 – 70%, but today, it is universally 50 – 55%. Half of the respondents from our lender survey said that LTV was either the #1 or #2 for their credit committees. If we do see a rate cut, it will be interesting to see if it brings with it any willingness to push on LTV, or will lenders try to hold their ground?” Configure’s team of bankers works to keep a finger on the pulse of the debt capital markets, capturing real-time knowledge to provide superior client service. Recently, Configure Managing Director Mark Birkett joined Withum’s Steve Brady on The Capital Table podcast to provide an update on the current state of the credit markets, sharing data from Configure’s recent Q2 Private Credit Quarterly report. 🎧 Listen to the podcast here: https://lnkd.in/eGmETmsE 🔗 And, download the Q2 Private Credit Quarterly report here: https://lnkd.in/e_vn2DcT

Non-bank lenders play a critical role in financing non-prime commercial borrowers, such as those with weaker credit profiles, inconsistent cash flows, or limited collateral. This is especially true as traditional banks continue to tighten their lending standards, leaving a funding gap for this vital segment of the economy. ➡️ Swipe ➡️ to discover how artificial intelligence can help commercial lenders improve their credit analysis of non-prime borrowers. Then, check out our latest blog to learn about the AI-powered credit analysis features in AXIS by AIO Logic: https://lnkd.in/eUBV5KVx

𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗵-𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹. When a lender reviews your business, they aren't just analyzing ratios or assets; they're looking for confidence. Clean, predictable cash flow tells a story: you understand your operations, anticipate timing gaps, and can weather volatility. However, when reporting is inconsistent or projections fluctuate, lenders don't see opportunity; they see risk. According to a 2025 analysis, nearly 40% of delayed credit approvals stemmed from unclear financial disclosures, rather than weak fundamentals. That means many companies lose financing not because of performance, but because their cash-flow story wasn't clear enough. The takeaway is simple: financial hygiene builds trust. And in private credit, trust shortens timelines, improves structure, and opens doors faster than any collateral ever could. If you're sorting through funding options and could use an outside perspective, please don't hesitate to reach out. I'm always happy to brainstorm. #PrivateCredit #StructuredDebt #CorporateFinance #NonBankLending #MiddleMarketFinance

Your clients need more capital than your credit box allows. Where they find it determines whether you keep a healthy relationship or manage a deteriorating credit. In our latest article, Jason Solomon, Vice President of Partnerships explores how ABL lenders and factors can use strategic referral partnerships to: → Retain relationships they'd otherwise lose to larger facilities → Maintain control over clients' growth trajectory → Stop clients from "going out to the masses" → Improve portfolio credit quality through revenue volatility → Bridge clients to successful liquidity events The right subordinated debt partner doesn't compete with you, they strengthen your position. Read the full piece: https://lnkd.in/gg44ss-Z #ABL #AssetBasedLending #SecuredFinance #CommercialLending #SFNet #SFNet81Annual