https://www.independentbanker.org/w/what-happens-when-a-bank-hits-10-billion
How—and when—should you prepare for the regulatory and cultural aftershocks? And can smaller but ambitious community banks learn from these...
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/6-smart-marketing-moves-for-2023
When it comes to customer acquisition tactics, it’s never too early to start thinking about next year’s budget. Here, experts give their take on trends...
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/6-things-to-consider-before-opening-a-new-branch
A new branch can present new opportunities for community banks—if you plan thoroughly and calculate the risk involved.
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/the-ultimate-community-banker-guidebook-for-all-things-advocacy
This year, a new presidential administration and a new Congress bring opportunities for regulatory and legislative changes.
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/balancing-innovation-cost-control-a-community-banker-s-guide
Shopping for new technology can often feel like a lose-lose situation. With this guide, you’ll learn how to innovate smarter and spend wiser. A high-level,...
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/6-ways-to-boost-your-social-media-strategy
Community banks are building relationships through an active, thoughtful presence on social media, and these platforms are an extension of the relationships...
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/free-it-risk-assessment-for-banks-limited-time-offer
Banks: Get a free, expert-led IT assessment covering firewalls, MFA, email security, and more. Reduce risk, boost compliance, and plan for growth. Offer ends...
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/fraud-moves-fast.-are-you-keeping-up
Fraud flows across entire financial ecosystems. Without a unified approach, you risk operating with the same limited visibility that fraudsters exploit.
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/7-benefits-that-will-make-your-bank-stand-out
Today’s competitive labor market means employers have to stand out from the pack. One strategy community banks can use is a well-rounded benefits package....
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Our secure platform eliminates the back-and-forth chaos of gathering documents from borrowers, guarantors, and third parties to reduce loan processing time...
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/5-tips-for-handling-fintech-partnership-contracts
Go into fintech contract negotiations with clear intention to save your community bank from future conflict.
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https://www.independentbanker.org/w/5-ways-to-shake-up-your-lending-strategy
A new approach to loan protocols is just one way for community banks to grow in new and different directions. Assessing best practices, rates, marketing...
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