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Intelligence from the front lines of Canadian finance
Approvals That Never Fund
Approvals That Never Fund Abstract: Many approved credit deals fail to fund not because a competitor offered a better rate, but because the file was not ready to move quickly after approval. Missing or unresolved items—such as employment verification, insurance documentation, or seller confirmation—create delays while a competing lender advances directly to documents and funding. […]
The Strongest-Looking Applicant Isn’t the One Who Funds
Banking on Belief: Faith-Based Lending in Canada
Canada Needs More Banking?
Auto fraud in Canada is winning. It’s time to fight back smarter.
Preparing for the Downturn
Banking, Disguised
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