Description:

This course will build on what participants already know about structuring loans by taking a closer look at potential issues surrounding collateral. We will discuss three of the most typical forms of collateral – accounts receivable, inventory and fixed assets and the potential problems these types of collateral present if the loan begins exhibiting warning signs of becoming a problem. Certain common documentation errors will be combined with the collateral evaluation process to help lenders make better collateral evaluations in the underwriting & origination process.

Participants will learn how to:

  • Analyze the collateral opportunities presented by a potential borrower
  • Ask relevant questions to better assess the potential value of collateral during underwriting to offset future potential problems
  • Recognize collateral warning signs that may indicate a higher level of credit risk
  • Recognize common collateral documentation mistakes

Target Audience: 

Lenders and credit analysts who are new to lending or those with experience who wish to add to their underwriting skills