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8 Point Checklist to Assess Risk When Checking Bank References

Risk assessment in banking is easy now. Assess the risk when checking bank references and get the most out of it by following these 8 points checklist.

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This checklist is designed to help you get the most out of your bank references.

Bank Reference Red Flags
If your bank reference check uncovers one or more of these items, it's usually a sign of significantly higher risk.
Yes No Warning Sign Being Checked
Low account balances in proportion to the size of customer or credit limit needed
High lending balances in proportion to size of customer and depository accounts
Low lines of credit that are fully secured by the bank
Confirmed history of overdrafts or negative account balances
Carefully chosen words by the bank officer providing the reference
Evidence of compliance issues relative to loan covenants
Expiring credit lines or loans without confirmation of renewal or replacement
Recent closure of credit lines
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Editor Highako Academy Highako.com is a video-first micro-learning platform trusted by over 10,000+ Credit and Collections professionals. Leverage Highako to drive skill growth with role-specific expert video lessons, and hands-on assessments. Connect and collaborate with the largest credit community and get access to ready-to-use templates.  
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About this course

description
lessonOverview

This checklist is designed to help you get the most out of your bank references.

Bank Reference Red Flags
If your bank reference check uncovers one or more of these items, it's usually a sign of significantly higher risk.
Yes No Warning Sign Being Checked
Low account balances in proportion to the size of customer or credit limit needed
High lending balances in proportion to size of customer and depository accounts
Low lines of credit that are fully secured by the bank
Confirmed history of overdrafts or negative account balances
Carefully chosen words by the bank officer providing the reference
Evidence of compliance issues relative to loan covenants
Expiring credit lines or loans without confirmation of renewal or replacement
Recent closure of credit lines
instructor
name title image description Ins
Editor Highako Academy Highako.com is a video-first micro-learning platform trusted by over 10,000+ Credit and Collections professionals. Leverage Highako to drive skill growth with role-specific expert video lessons, and hands-on assessments. Connect and collaborate with the largest credit community and get access to ready-to-use templates.  
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