What goes up must come down – Stay ahead of the curve

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Abstract: With strong real estate markets in many parts of the country, lenders might feel they’re sitting pretty. But markets are cyclical. Lenders need to prepare for the next economic slump. Weathering an economic downturn requires a plan. Yet waiting until the economy slows to develop one can lead to hasty, uninformed decisions. This article offers advice on developing criteria for evaluating loans, tracking customers’ banking activity and reviewing the exit process.