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Jordan Hansen

August 13, 2024

Aug 13, 2024

2 Minutes Read

How 1West Used Cobalt Intelligence's Secretary of State API to Improve Business Lending

This case study looks at how 1West used Cobalt Intelligence's Secretary of State (SOS) API to make their system even better.

Alternative Financing

Shela Heramis

June 19, 2024

June 18, 2024

2 Minutes Read

Mastering Business Registry Data for Alternative Finance Lenders

Understanding the nuances of business data across different jurisdictions and learning how to effectively use the available data for specific need

Alternative Financing

Shela Heramis

May 8, 2024

May 7, 2024

2 Minutes

6 Benefits of using OFAC data for Alternative Funders

Are you an Alternative funder who wants to operate responsibly and mitigate risks? Then, you better start leveraging OFAC data.

Alternative Financing

Shela Heramis

May 1, 2024

April 30, 2024

2 Minutes Read

Why Underwriters Take Screenshots of Secretary of State Websites

4 Reasons Underwriters Capture Secretary of State Website: Documentation, Verify business legitimacy, Demonstrate transparency, and Comply with regulations

Alternative Financing

Shela Heramis

April 26, 2024

April 25, 2024

2 Minutes Read

5 Essential Data for Alternative Funders: Mitigating Risk in Business Financing

A thorough analysis of this data enables informed decision-making, protects the alternative funder's interests, and ensures a sound underwriting process.

Alternative Financing

Shela Heramis

April 24, 2024

April 23, 2024

2 Minute Read

Four Common Types of Fraud in the Merchant Cash Advance Industry

The 4 faces of fraud bleeding alternative funders dry. Reliable data is the only way to stop the hemorrhage.

Alternative Financing

Shela Heramis

April 20, 2024

April 19, 2024

2 Minutes Read

Difference Between Funders and Brokers

Funders focus on inbound, ISOs and brokers go outbound.

Alternative Financing

Shela Heramis

April 17, 2024

2 Minutes Read

How to Spot Fraudulent Businesses

Use this 5-point check on every business search to spot fraud before it's too late

Alternative Financing

Shela Heramis

April 12, 2024

April 9, 2023

2 Minutes Read

Why EINs are essential for alternative finance lenders?

EINs are used by businesses to identify themselves for tax purposes with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

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