2018
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Predictive coding: It’s not just for big cases and firms
Spring 2018
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 405
Abstract: A 2016 survey conducted by the American Bar Association’s Legal Technology Resource Center highlighted a common misconception in the legal industry about predictive coding — the notion that such technology-assisted review (TAR) is useful only in large cases. This article looks at how predictive coding can help firms no matter their size.
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Is your firm ready to profit from data analytics?
Spring 2018
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 584
Abstract: Data analytics is the process of using qualitative and quantitative techniques to increase productivity and business gain. Attorneys are increasingly seeing the value of data analytics when preparing for and trying cases. The potential value of this number-crunching goes much further, though. This article discusses how law firms also can wield data analysis to run more smoothly and drive profits outside of the courtroom.
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How to deal with an underperforming partner
Spring 2018
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 673
Abstract: All firms have productive partners and partners who underperform. But what about those partners who were once top notch and now seem to phone it in? No managing partner likes to deal with this situation. But the sooner a firm does, the less damage there will be to the firm’s profitability and relationships. This article looks at ways to define underperformance, the costs of an underperforming partner on a firm, ways to induce a return on productivity, and when all else fails, how to have an underperforming partner exit gracefully.
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Keep your partnership agreement current – The importance of reviewing key provisions
Spring 2018
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 823
Abstract: In today’s rapidly evolving legal industry, regular review of a partnership agreement is essential to ensure that appropriate amendments are made to address new partner entry, existing partner exit, leadership transitions, equity adjustments and similar issues. Even if a firm doesn’t undergo such changes, it should periodically review its agreement to confirm it still aligns with the firm’s long-term strategic objectives. This article highlights key provisions that every firm should review, while a short sidebar covers valuation methods for law firms to use in their partnership agreement.
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Helping women-owned businesses thrive
April / May 2018
Newsletter: Commercial Lending Report
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 415
Abstract: Unfortunately, some women-owned businesses still struggle to secure access to investment capital — or to secure it at loan terms as favorable as men-owned businesses are receiving. This article offers some advice for lenders on how they can add more female entrepreneurs to their loan portfolios. It suggests that understanding the unique financing challenges women-owned businesses may face is key — and can help lenders create profitable, long-term lending relationships that benefit both their banks and women-owned businesses.
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How do you determine loan prices? Loan-pricing models are key
April / May 2018
Newsletter: Commercial Lending Report
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 655
Abstract: Competitiveness with other banks is an important issue in determining loan prices, but failing to account for such factors as desired return, cost, risk and credit profile can drastically reduce a lender’s competitive advantage. A better way to set loan prices is to conduct a thorough, objective analysis using a loan-pricing model. This article discusses the benefits of loan-pricing models and suggests that using them can help lenders attract and retain customers with the highest credit quality.
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What goes up must come down – Stay ahead of the curve
April / May 2018
Newsletter: Commercial Lending Report
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 648
Abstract: With strong real estate markets in many parts of the country, lenders might feel they’re sitting pretty. But markets are cyclical. Lenders need to prepare for the next economic slump. Weathering an economic downturn requires a plan. Yet waiting until the economy slows to develop one can lead to hasty, uninformed decisions. This article offers advice on developing criteria for evaluating loans, tracking customers’ banking activity and reviewing the exit process.
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A review of the new tax law: What lenders should know
April / May 2018
Newsletter: Commercial Lending Report
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 852
Abstract: The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) passed in late 2017 with significant implications for businesses. Lenders need to be aware of these changes and understand the potential ramifications for their borrowers — both positive and negative — so that they can help customers take full advantage of any new tax breaks and minimize the adverse effects of provisions that will generate additional revenue for the IRS. This article provides a review of some of the most relevant provisions. A sidebar lists several additional business-related tax changes borrowers may want to consider.
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Focus on collaboration: The estimator’s changing role
Spring 2018
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 448
Abstract: Technological innovations and other recent developments are rapidly altering the job of the estimator in construction. In short, estimators are taking on a more collaborative, value-added role. This article looks at some of the most important changes affecting this critically skilled position.
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Lock down financial assets with the right controls
Spring 2018
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 666
Abstract: Many contractors worry so much about petty theft or misuse of equipment that they overlook the home office or job trailer where so much important information is held and so many financial transactions take place. This article describes some ways to lock down financial assets, including dividing up job duties and performing random audits.
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Are you ready for the new revenue recognition standard?
Spring 2018
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 582
Abstract: A new revenue recognition accounting standard is coming soon to calendar-year nonpublic companies that comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Construction businesses that fit this description must be ready. This article explains how the standard works and what steps contractors should take to prepare themselves.
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Public projects – Leverage fringe benefits to reduce costs
Spring 2018
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 880
Abstract: Public construction projects are often subject to prevailing wage laws that govern how and how much contractors must pay their workers. One area that deserves close attention is fringe benefits. This article explains how contractors can leverage fringe benefits to reduce costs and make bids more competitive. But a sidebar warns of the severe consequences of failing to comply with prevailing wage laws.
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Bank Wire – Dot-bank domain name offers improved security
Spring 2018
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 458
Abstract: This summary of recent developments in banking looks at how banks can take advantage of the dot-bank top-level domain to enhance security for banking customers. In addition, the article offers insight into how examiners will assess the accuracy of Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data. Finally, it takes note of a recent FinCEN advisory that warns banks about the dangers of email compromise fraud schemes involving wire transfers.
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Recognizing the warning signs for liquidity risk
Spring 2018
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 614
Abstract: According to regulatory reports, liquidity risk has been increasing in recent years for “smaller” banks (those with assets under $10 billion). Reasons for this trend include loan growth accompanied by shrinking liquid asset holdings and increasing reliance on noncore and wholesale sources. This article discusses elements of sound liquidity risk management, including ensuring effective board and management oversight, adopting appropriate strategies, policies, procedures and limits to manage and mitigate liquidity risk, and implementing appropriate liquidity risk measurement and monitoring systems.
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Enough vs. too much – Help borrowers understand their working capital needs
Spring 2018
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 590
Abstract: Business owners need to understand how various aspects of their operations, such as accounts payable, help or hinder working capital maintenance. This article points out that it’s important for lenders and banks to carefully evaluate the soundness of potential borrowers’ working capital management methods and become familiar with the latest capital management strategies and practices. Taking an active role in offering working capital advice can help lenders ensure their borrowers remain good credit risks over the long term.
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What’s the impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act on community banks?
Spring 2018
Newsletter: Community Banking Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 946
Abstract: Last year’s tax reform legislation — the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) — represents the most significant overhaul of the Internal Revenue Code in decades. This article provides a summary of the provisions that are most relevant to community banks, such as the corporate tax rate reduction and a new limit on net business interest expense deductibility. A sidebar discusses some provisions that didn’t make it into the final bill.