Commercial Banking Strategies

 

Commercial fleet insurance

Insuring a vehicle fleet is important for protecting the safety of your employees, as well as your company's financial well-being. Risk analysis is a crucial step in securing fleet insurance.

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How to mitigate treasury management risk

Treasury management is a high-risk environment. Here's how to mitigate the risks through internal controls and an integrated treasury management system:

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Selecting a global banking group for commercial needs

Choosing the right commercial bank is a vital factor to successfully operating a global company.

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The most profitable food franchises

As the franchise world grows quickly, do you have a passion to invest in this industry? Find out more about which franchises are the most profitable in different areas..

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Equity capital vs. debt capital

For a growing business, the two most common financing options are equity capital and debt capital. Know the pros and cons of each.

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Tips for coaching underperforming employees

BBVA offers these great tips on how to coach underperforming employees.

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Five ways to improve employee retention

Finding good employees, replacing ones who leave, and training new employees costs time and money. Here are 5 ways to hold on to your best workers.

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Making a case for the remote CEO

Remote work is all the rage, but can it work for company executives? Here are some key considerations to help make remote leadership work.

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Minding the skills gap

Is your business suffering from a skills gap? Cultivating the talent you already have is one way to overcome it. Read to find out more strategies.

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Seven strategies to attract the best talent

In a tight labor market, finding and retaining employees is hard. Winning the talent war means not only bringing in new talent but also retaining and leveraging existing talent. Here are seven strategies companies have used successfully.

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Benefits of an in-house recruiter vs. an external agency

Have you ever questioned if hiring a recruiting agency would be more beneficial than having a full-time recruiter on staff? Here's your answer.

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Commercial Banking 101

Commercial banking terms can be confusing. BBVA's Lynne Herndon explains several important terms, all vital for your first meeting with a banker.

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Business planning during political uncertainty

How are businesses feeling under the Trump administration? Optimistic that things can only get better, says BBVA Chief U.S. Economist Nathaniel Karp.

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How to prevent fraud in your company

Fraud is a risk for every company. Here is a checklist to help reveal vulnerabilities and set up processes to prevent fraud.

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Initial investment on a food franchise

Have you ever been interested in owning a franchise restaurant? Learn more about getting into the fast food industry franchise business.

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Tips for collecting unpaid invoices

When invoices are past due, it's important to have a collections strategy that protects your reputation as well as your revenue. These tips can help you create a solid foundation for your revenue collection process.

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The benefits of accepting ACH payments

Accepting ACH payments can benefit your customers and your business. Learn more about this speedy payment collection option.

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What Is lockbox banking?

Learn how lockbox banking services can simplify the deposit process.

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Streamline your treasury management process

Has your business outgrown your treasury processes? It may be time to consider an automated treasury system to help streamline everyday tasks and make your company more effective and efficient.

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What is treasury management?

Treasury management offers a single operational strategy that manages and oversees all areas of the business's finances

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Trade finance solutions can help manage risks

Businesses often face financial hurdles when they expand internationally. Trade finance solutions can help clear the obstacles and overcome uncertainties.

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Commercial banking for franchises

Franchisees face unique financial challenges. But some commercial banking services can ease stress and improve efficiency.

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Your business loan checklist

Are you in the market for outside investment? Here's a checklist to see that you have everything in order before applying for a loan.

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Managing foreign exchange markets for global business

For companies who do business overseas, a currency risk management strategy makes sense.

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Do's and don'ts for SBA loans

An SBA loan can be an attractive way to help you accomplish your goals if you understand the process.

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Why do banks want personal guarantees

When a bank asks for personal guarantee for a small business loan, it can be upsetting. But don't worry, it isn't personal, BBVA experts say.

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Asset-based lending

For companies that are concerned about their future performance, asset-based lending could be the answer.

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Ways to improve chances of getting a business loan

Asking for a business loan can be nerve-wracking. Here are a few tips from BBVA on how to improve chances of securing business financing.

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Can an economic forecast help a business?

Many businesses rely on economic outlooks for insights on current and future business scenarios. Read about the factors that impact these forecasts.

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Managing commercial cash flow

As interest rates rise, companies need to tighten up cash management practices. Here are four steps to improve your company's working capital.

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Tips for creating an effective LinkedIn company page

How to create and grow an effective LinkedIn Company Page.

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Expand your headquarters or move?

Has your company outgrown its space? It may be time to consider moving or expanding. Here are some tips on making the decision.

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Five ways artificial intelligence can change your business

A majority of executives say AI can give a business a competitive advantage, but less than a quarter have incorporated it into their business models. Here are 5 ways to make AI a business game changer.

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The pros and cons of receivables factoring

Receivables financing is a good way to stop chasing down client invoices, but still have immediate access to cash.

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Acquisition: One path to business growth

Big corporations make acquisitions all the time, read how even small businesses can facilitate growth by acquiring other companies.

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