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Exploring the Benefits of the American Express Platinum Card and Why It Might Be Right for You
Upgrading to the American Express Platinum Card brought me more than just a credit card; it opened up a world of travel comfort, rewards, and exclusive experiences.

F.I. Editorial Team
16 hours ago4 min read


Trump Admin Forced to Fund CFPB: The Standoff Ends (For Now)
Breaking: The Trump Administration has agreed to release funding to the CFPB following a federal court order. The "starve the beast" strategy has failed. Here is what lenders need to know.

F.I. Editorial Team
18 hours ago1 min read


Ex-FDIC Chief Jelena McWilliams Joins Plaid: What This Means for Fintech Innovation
Jelena McWilliams, former FDIC Chair, joins fintech leader Plaid, signaling a new phase for fintech regulation and growth.

F.I. Editorial Team
2 days ago2 min read


$4.3 Billion in New Markets Tax Credits Signals Investment Direction for 2026
Announced at the end of 2025, $4.3B in New Markets Tax Credit allocations will shape community investment and development throughout 2026 and beyond.

F.I. Editorial Team
2 days ago2 min read


Beyond the Screen: Why the Best Deals Start with a Handshake
Break out of the office grind! Join Funder Intel at Earls Las Olas on Jan 15th for Capital After Hours. Build real relationships and network with a purpose.

F.I. Editorial Team
4 days ago2 min read


SBA Loan Performance in 2025: What the Data Tells Brokers and Lenders About Risk
New 2025 data on SBA 7(a) loan performance reveals massive gaps in default rates by industry. See why trucking and restaurants are spiking, while healthcare remains nearly bulletproof.

F.I. Editorial Team
5 days ago2 min read


Is 'Speed to Fund' actually hurting the industry? Lou Calderone of Vox Funding explains
Is "speed to fund" becoming a liability? Vox Funding President Lou Calderone joins Funder Intel to discuss operational discipline, the real risks in 2026, and more

Shane Mahabir
6 days ago1 min read


SBA Blacklists 7,000 Minnesota Borrowers: Fraud Crackdown or Political Siege?
The SBA has suspended nearly 7,000 Minnesota borrowers following a $400M fraud crackdown. We analyze if this is a standard cleanup or a political siege.

F.I. Editorial Team
Jan 53 min read


Federal Judge Orders Administration to Keep Funding the CFPB
Federal Judge Amy Berman Jackson orders the administration to continue funding the CFPB, rejecting the "Federal Reserve loss" argument. Here is what lenders need to know.

F.I. Editorial Team
Dec 31, 20252 min read


CFG Merchant Solutions® Reinforces Commitment to Seamless, Compliant Funding for ISO Partners Ahead of California SB 362
CFG Merchant Solutions® announced its full operational readiness for California Senate Bill 362 (SB 362), set to take effect January 1, 2026.
Press Release
Dec 29, 20252 min read


The Stories You Couldn’t Stop Reading: Our 9 Most-Read Stories of the Year
From the $2.3B First Brands fraud to the Kris Roglieri saga, we count down the 9 most-read stories that defined the business lending industry in 2025.

F.I. Editorial Team
Dec 29, 20254 min read


The MCA Calculator you need to close deals
Brokers: Stop using spreadsheets. Use the Funder Intel MCA calculator to explain pricing, build trust with merchants, and close more revenue-based financing deals.

F.I. Editorial Team
Dec 26, 20251 min read


KPIs Funders Use to Evaluate Sales Partners in 2026 (Beyond Deal Volume)
Learn the key KPIs funders use in 2026 to evaluate brokers and sales partners, including approval ratios, deal quality, and post-funding performance.

F.I. Editorial Team
Dec 26, 20252 min read


Biz2Credit CEO Rohit Arora on AI, growth, and what’s next in 2026
In this exclusive interview, Rohit Arora, CEO of Biz2Credit, goes in-depth conversation on the state of small business lending and where the market is headed next.

Shane Mahabir
Dec 23, 20251 min read


Uncork the Deal Flow: Introducing Capital After Hours on Las Olas
Join Capital After Hours on Jan 15 at Earls Las Olas in Fort Lauderdale. Premium cocktails, elevated bites, and networking for business lending & fintech professionals.

F.I. Editorial Team
Dec 20, 20252 min read


Mastercard and LoanPro Just Changed How Loans Get Funded
Mastercard and LoanPro's new "Loan on Card" lets lenders fund instant virtual cards instead of waiting for wires. Here is why this changes the game for business funding.

F.I. Editorial Team
Dec 17, 20252 min read


PayPal files to become PayPal Bank
PayPal’s recent filing to become PayPal Bank in Utah marks a significant step in the evolving relationship between fintech companies and traditional banking.

F.I. Editorial Team
Dec 16, 20253 min read


Forward Financing Closes $170M Asset-Backed Securitization
Forward Financing has closed a 170 million dollar asset-backed securitization, expanding its debt facilities to 620 million and supporting small business funding nationwide

F.I. Editorial Team
Dec 15, 20252 min read


Enova's Bold $369M Grasshopper Bank Acquisition: The Bank Charter Advantage
Enova (ENVA) to acquire Grasshopper Bank for $369M. We analyze the cost of capital benefits and how becoming a bank exempts them from state laws like Texas HB 700.

Staff Writer
Dec 11, 20256 min read


1st Commercial Credit’s Play to Streamline Inbound Factoring
1st Commercial Credit streamlines international factoring for foreign sellers supplying U.S. buyers, eliminating the need for a U.S. entity.

Staff Writer
Dec 10, 20252 min read


Receivabull and LendSaaS Announce Integration Partnership to Deliver Click-to-Sell Liquidity for MCA Funders
Receivabull and LendSaaS launch a new integration enabling MCA funders to syndicate deals instantly within LendSaaS, improving liquidity and operational efficiency.

Shane Mahabir
Dec 9, 20253 min read


Reliance Financial Announces Record Origination Month
Reliance Financial today announced that it has achieved a record month of origination volume in November

Staff Writer
Dec 8, 20252 min read


The 'Friends & Family' Plan Gone Wrong: First National Bank of Lindsay CEO Indicted
Former CEO Danny Seibel has been indicted for a fraud scheme that toppled the First National Bank of Lindsay. Details on the "friends and neighbors" loans that cost the FDIC $43M.

Staff Writer
Dec 7, 20252 min read


O Canada: NewCo Capital Group relaunches as Bizcap Canada
NewCo Capital Group relaunches as Bizcap Canada, bringing global lending power, 3-hour approvals, and a new broker portal to the Canadian market.

Staff Writer
Dec 4, 20252 min read
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