May 28, 2026
Tariff refunds are now becoming a real cash flow issue for importers, not just a legal or accounting matter. After recent court action involving IEEPA-based tariffs, U.S. importers have been given a path to recover certain duties previously paid. U.S. Customs and...
Apr 27, 2026
AI Is Already Changing How Lending Works Artificial intelligence is changing how lending works across intake, review, underwriting, and servicing. It helps lenders process information faster, reduce manual work, and review files more efficiently. But while AI can...
Dec 11, 2025
Not every business fits neatly into a traditional lending model. Many owners and investors need financing options beyond what banks typically offer. Government-backed programs and specialized lenders fill this gap, offering competitive terms and greater flexibility...
Apr 7, 2025
The hospitality industry has seen a surge in growth in the past several years, bouncing back rapidly from 2020 setbacks. As we go into 2025 relaxed interest rates are prompting investment in hotel, resort, and spa renovations. Hotel Dive writes that strong urban...
Apr 3, 2024
When your business needs additional money to make payroll, buy some needed equipment, pay for a new or expanded location, or satisfy bills, where do you turn to first? Most of us would usually go to our bank first. But what if the bank says ‘No’, or is taking too...
Mar 25, 2024
Gone are the days when a small business owner could walk down to their local bank, have a lovely chat with their banker, and walk away with a loan to keep their business afloat. For many of us, those days never existed. The banks we’re familiar with are large...
