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How Will Economic Recovery Affect Commercial Lending?

Here are the latest trends in commercial lending, including what they mean for business owners.
Even though the COVID-19 economic recovery began in the first half of 2021, C&I lending actually fell during Q2 and Q3 of 2021. It only started to pick up at the end of 2021.
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Are Higher Credit Card Processing Fees in Your Future?

What you need to know about swipe fees, the pending rate hike and how to lower the impact.
Swipe fees are one of the top costs that businesses incur.
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What to Know About SOFR, the Upcoming LIBOR Replacement

See how the new SOFR system will impact both your current and future borrowing costs.
Because SOFR is only based on actual transactions, the data behind it is more solid and can't be manipulated.
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How P-Cards Streamline Business Payments

Purchasing cards can help with automation of payments and streamline treasury management processes.
Companies can take advantage of incentives with P-cards, too.
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Refinancing A Business Loan To Save Money

Borrowers commonly refinance for lower interest rates. Freed up cash flow could go toward expenses for operations and growth.
Have you managed to make all of your existing loan payments in full and on time? If so, the case for refinancing may be a strong one.
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Qualifications for Commercial Loans

The process of applying and qualifying for a commercial loan can vary depending on what type of financing you're looking for.
How you intend to use the funds from your commercial loan can impact the types of financing available to you.

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