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AI/ML in Banking: The Rise of the Machines
We have all heard of the terms “artificial intelligence” (AI) and “machine learning” (ML) in both the banking industry and in other aspects of our daily lives. Will AI make our lives easier? Is it...
All Things Taxes
Banks experience challenges in raising capital, ensuring shareholder liquidity, and managing board and ownership succession. These challenges are compounded by volatile tax laws, including the...
Artificial Intelligence: Security Risks, Compliance Challenges, and Opportunities
Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be a critical enabler for businesses all around the world. Financial institutions have much to gain in using this new technology to improve back-office operations,...
Banking Non-Profits
Banking for a non-profit organization is different?from working with a typical business.?In addition to credit, cash management is crucial for a non-profit, especially during fundraising events or...
Assessing Commercial Real Estate - Multi-Family, Office and Investment
The commercial real estate investment market is facing challenges, with concerns about cash flow and property valuations. This has led to increased scrutiny from regulators. As an analyst,...
Assessing Farm Credit
The farm economy is facing its toughest challenges since 1981, with soaring input costs and falling commodity prices. Crop farmers, in particular, are struggling with low liquidity after holding...
Basics of Agriculture Lending
The agriculture field has faced significant headwinds that have stressed many farmers and lenders alike. Agricultural lending decisions are often handled by bankers with limited knowledge of...
Basics of Cash Flow
Cash flow, not collateral, deposits, or guarantors, repays loans. As bankers, we need to understand how borrowers will generate the cash to repay debt.?Every loan request stems from a cash...