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Over the past 11 years since the 2008 financial crisis, The Federal Reserve has taken a substantial role in stimulating, then later carefully supporting the newly found strength in the economy.

Term loans are a lending option that can provide incredible benefits to suit a wide variety of business needs. In this post, we’ll review the basics of term loans, what you will need to obtain a [...]

As the Federal Reserve slowly raises interest rates, small businesses and individuals alike are starting to feel the squeeze of market forces.

Rising interest rates have been on the radar for many individuals and businesses over the past year since the economy has not fully recovered since the 2008 crash. The chart compares the 30-year [...]

Every business owner knows that to have a business and help it grow, requires capital. Granted, it would be convenient to have the personal resources at hand to take care of everything, but most [...]

As a rental property owner, for both residential and commercial uses, it’s important to keep your buildings in good condition for your tenants. But it can be difficult to get [...]

Are you at your highest and best use (of your skills)? In commercial real estate appraisals, the appraiser always lists the highest and best use of the property to maximize its value. In the same [...]

I began my career in commercial lending at West Allis Savings Bank in August of 1998. I was hired as a calling officer and trained in loan underwriting, documentation, and structuring. I was [...]

Bellwether recently closed on a manufacturing plant in Metro Milwaukee which was refinanced for $1.6 Million using a bridge lender. The borrowers were funded through an asset-based lender, and [...]