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Enter your email address to get the latest FISCAL updates delivered straight to your inbox. Path 2 ## [![computer with a spreadsheet opened up](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/EssentialExcelFormulasBlog_Fiscal.png) Essential Excel Formulas for Financial Analysts and Underwriting May 18, 2023 Loan analysts use Excel nearly every day. Many learned the formulas, functions, and how to set up spreads on their own, asking colleagues or searching the internet for help. Even with their hands-on...](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/news-updates/essential-excel-formulas-for-financial-analysts-and-underwriting) ## [![woman at computer with screen showing spreadsheet and software](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/SoftwarevsExcel_Blog_Fiscal.png) Financial Statement Spreading in Excel vs. Software April 26, 2023 Many community banks today manage financial statement spreading using Excel. Others opt for spreading software solutions. Both have their pros and cons, depending on the size of your institution,...](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/news-updates/financial-statement-spreading-in-excel-vs.-software) ## [![Loan Underwriting at a Local Community Bank](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Loan%20Underwriting%20Software%20Comparison%20Guide.png) Loan Underwriting Software Comparison Guide April 13, 2023 Not all loan underwriting software is created equal. Just as there are many different kinds of lending institutions, from large commercial banks to small credit unions, there are many software...](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/news-updates/loan-underwriting-software-comparison) ## [![](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/SwitchToSpreadingSoftware_FISCAL%203.png) When You Should Transition to Financial Spreading Software March 30, 2023 Transitioning to financial spreading software is a big step for community banks and credit unions. Before making the switch, they must consider need, benefits and cost. In our experience, banks and...](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/news-updates/when-you-should-transition-to-financial-spreading-software) ## [![commercial lending software](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Insider%20Tips%20for%20Using%20Commercial%20Lending%20Software.png) 5 Insider Tips for Using Commercial Lending Software February 07, 2023 Investing in commercial lending software is a commitment. It takes time and resources to integrate the product into your processes and get employees the credentials and training they need. It’s also...](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/news-updates/commercial-lending-software-tips) ## [![Loan Tracking Software for Loan Exception Tracking](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Small%20business%20Loan%20applicaiton.png) What to Look for in Loan Tracking Software | The Top 5 Features January 24, 2023 Credit unions and community banks commonly use Microsoft Excel for tracking loan covenants and financial documents, while some banks prefer to perform tracking tasks using the bank’s core system. The...](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/news-updates/loan-tracking-software-features) ## [![Commercial Loan Analysis Spreadsheets and Reporting](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Commercial%20Loan%20Analysis%20Spreadsheets%20and%20Reporting.png) The Pros and Cons of Commercial Loan Analysis Worksheets January 10, 2023 Helping a business grow or a new business open its doors is one of the most satisfying parts of working in commercial lending. However, the process of analyzing and approving small business loans can...](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/news-updates/commercial-loan-analysis-worksheets) ## [![](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Using%20Credit%20Risk%20Software.png) How to Find the Right Credit Risk Software for Your Institution December 20, 2022 Today’s banks have a wide selection of options when it comes to loan origination and credit risk software. Community banks and credit unions are seeking software that’s going to make the process less...](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/news-updates/credit-risk-software) ## [![Man Using Mobile Tax Return Analysis Software](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/hubfs/Blog%20Images/Credit%20Union%20Doing%20Tax%20Returns.png) How to Make Tax Return Analysis More Efficient for Lenders December 06, 2022 Tax returns are an essential tool for analyzing the financial health of a small business and better understanding cash flow. While there is a wealth of information within these forms, tax returns...](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/news-updates/tax-return-analysis-software) [Previous](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/news-updates/tag/banks/page/1) [All posts](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/news-updates/all) [Next](https://blog.fiscalcs.com/news-updates/tag/banks/page/3) ## Want to learn even more about FISCAL and what’s going on in our world? Sign up for our monthly newsletter to get updates on the software and industry delivered directly to your inbox. 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