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How IvyTek Simplifies Metro 2® Reporting for CDFI’s, Mission-Driven Lenders, and Non-Profit Organizations
Non-profit lenders, CDFI’s, and other non-profit organizations that help consumers build credit rely on the data in Metro 2® reports to know their programs for low-income and rural communities are working. However, viewing the entire lifecycle of an individual’s credit has not been an easy task, until now. IvyTek has developed an app, called Metro2,…
Read MoreIntegrated Metro 2® Reporting in an End-To-End Loan Management Software
Mission-Driven Lenders and Community Development Financial Institutions demand purpose-built loan management software solutions with integrated Metro 2® reporting capabilities. That sounds like a tall order. And in this post, we’re going to break the discussion down into bite-size chunks for CDFIs, Nonprofit Lenders, and Mission-Driven Lenders (MDLs) of all scopes and sizes. Lenders can expect…
Read MoreSMS/Text Messaging in Loan Management
SMS/Text Messaging in Loan Management With its high open, read, and response rates, text messaging is proving to be one of the most reliable — and highest ROI — marketing channels in industries of all kinds, including financial services. Sometimes referred to by its more technical term, SMS — short messaging service — is by…
Read MoreBenefits of CPQ & Retail Lending: Accurate Pricing, Efficient Process
Benefits of CPQ & Retail Lending: Accurate Pricing, Efficient Process Homeowners wanting to remodel their kitchen. A warehouse looking to install a new HVAC system. A property management company seeking to contract a pest control company. In all of these cases, it’s likely that each sales representative worked out pricing for their potential customer using…
Read MoreHow Do You Measure Your Software ROI?
How Do You Measure Your Software ROI? (And Other Questions About Choosing SaaS Products and Salesforce Implementation Partners) If you’re a solopreneur or own a small-to-medium sized business (SMB), you might be the primary or one of only a few decision makers when it comes to significant purchases. Oftentimes, though, the main advocate for a…
Read MoreLoan Management Software: What You Need to Know About Safety, Security & Salesforce
Loan Management Software: What You Need to Know About Safety, Security & Salesforce Trust has always been at the forefront of the financial services industry. In today’s global and technologically advanced world — especially with the growing sophistication of cybercrime — how we collect, protect, manage, store, and share consumer data has perhaps never been…
Read MoreSalesforce and CDFIs: A Solid Loan Management System for Community Lenders
Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) are on a mission to make capital more accessible to individuals, families, and small businesses. These innovative, inclusive lending programs are making an incredible impact in underserved urban and rural areas across the country, one loan at a time. How CDFIs Help Small Businesses Prosper With roots in the Community…
Read MoreStudent Loan Management Software: Reporting Tools for Educational Lenders
Higher education is one of the wisest investments someone can make in their future—but the rising cost of college can make a degree seem out of reach. Independent lenders have an incredible opportunity to help people fully realize their academic and professional potential. At-a-Glance: Where Do Private Student Loans Come In? Most colleges and universities…
Read MoreHelping Customers Solve FinTech Challenges
Helping lenders solve FinTech industry challenges through experience, innovation, and a willingness to serve. IvyTek received many inquiries about navigating with virtual employees throughout the past several months. As many businesses pivot to remote working, the challenge of remaining stable and growth-minded amid a more significant virtual employee workforce is substantial. With 25 plus years…
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